October weather forecast
Madison, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Madison, Minnesota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

Madison witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). An average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) is observed during October nights.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.9 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47 snowfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Madison is 5.7h.

UV index

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Madison in October?

In Madison, 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.4°F (5.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Madison, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Madison is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading 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
Madison, MN

Average temperature in October - Madison, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Madison, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Madison, MN

Average wind speed in October - Madison, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Madison, MN

Average humidity in October - Madison, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Madison, MN

Average rainfall in October - Madison, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Madison, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Madison, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Madison, MN

Average snowfall in October - Madison, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Madison, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Madison, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Madison, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Madison, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Madison, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Madison, MN

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

Average cloud cover in October
Madison, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Madison, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Madison, MN

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

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

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