October weather forecast
Lansing, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Lansing, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

October is marked by a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) in September to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C). Lansing experiences a consistent average temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Lansing, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lansing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.8 snowfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lansing, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In Lansing, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lansing in October?

In October, in Lansing, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Lansing, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lansing, Minnesota, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Lansing, MN

Average pressure in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lansing, MN

Average wind speed in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Lansing, MN

Average humidity in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lansing, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Lansing, MN

Average UV index in October - Lansing, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lansing, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Lansing, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Lansing, MN

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

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

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