October weather forecast
Loretto, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Loretto, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

As Loretto welcomes October, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Throughout October, Loretto encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Loretto, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Loretto, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.7 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 54.7°F (12.6°C) and the low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Loretto?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Loretto, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Loretto, MN

Average temperature in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°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 (7.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Loretto, MN

Average pressure in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"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
Loretto, MN

Average wind speed in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Loretto, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Loretto, MN

Average rainfall in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Loretto, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Loretto, MN

Average snowfall in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Loretto, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Loretto, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Loretto, MN

Average UV index in October - Loretto, 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
Loretto, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Loretto, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Loretto, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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