October weather forecast
Knife River, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Knife River, Minnesota, is another chilly autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in Knife River's weather is noticeable as September turns into October, with the average high temperature decreasing from a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). During the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is observed in Knife River.

Humidity

In Knife River, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Knife River, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Knife River, there are 115 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Knife River. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Knife River, during the entire year, snow falls for 85 days and aggregates up to 32.6" (828mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Knife River is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In Knife River, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Knife River?

In Knife River, 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 39°F (3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in Knife River?

The average relative humidity in October in Knife River is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Knife River?

In Knife River, Minnesota, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Knife River?

October is the first month it typically snows in Knife River, Minnesota. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Knife River have in October?

In October, the average day length in Knife River is 10h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Knife River?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Knife River?

In Knife River, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in October is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Knife River?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Knife River, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Knife River, MN

Average temperature in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Knife River, MN

Average pressure in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Knife River, MN

Average wind speed in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Knife River, MN

Average humidity in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Knife River, MN

Average rainfall in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Knife River, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Knife River, MN

Average snowfall in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Knife River, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Knife River, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Knife River, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Knife River, MN

Average UV index in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Knife River, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Knife River, MN

Average visibility in October - Knife River, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and December (5mi).

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