October weather forecast
Lafayette, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Lafayette, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Lafayette's transition into October is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Lafayette are April, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.2 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lafayette, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.3 days and aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lafayette, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Lafayette, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What are the least humid months in Lafayette?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lafayette, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lafayette have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lafayette have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Lafayette?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Lafayette, MN

Average temperature in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in October
Lafayette, MN

Average pressure in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lafayette, MN

Average wind speed in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Lafayette, MN

Average humidity in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lafayette, MN

Average snowfall in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lafayette, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lafayette, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lafayette, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Lafayette, MN

Average UV index in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lafayette, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Lafayette, MN

Average visibility in October - Lafayette, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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