October weather forecast
Mountain Iron, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, is a frosty autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in September to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). Throughout the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Mountain Iron, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 21.18" (538mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Mountain Iron, in October, during 5.7 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mountain Iron, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.5 days and aggregates up to 41.54" (1055mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Mountain Iron?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, are 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Mountain Iron?

In Mountain Iron, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in Mountain Iron in October?

In October, in Mountain Iron, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in Mountain Iron?

In October, in Mountain Iron, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout October, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mountain Iron?

The average day length in October in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, is 10h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Mountain Iron?

On the first day of October in Mountain Iron, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Iron have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mountain Iron, Minnesota, is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Mountain Iron?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average temperature in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average pressure in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average wind speed in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average humidity in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average rainfall in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average snowfall in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mountain Iron, MN

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average UV index in October - Mountain Iron, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Mountain Iron, MN

Average visibility in October - Mountain Iron, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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