October weather forecast
Princeton, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Princeton, Minnesota, is a cool autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average high of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Princeton, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Princeton, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.5 days and collects up to 18.74" (476mm) 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 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Princeton, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.7 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Princeton, the average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

In Princeton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Princeton, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Princeton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Princeton, MN

Average pressure in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

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

Average wind speed in October
Princeton, MN

Average wind speed in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Princeton, MN

Average humidity in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Princeton, MN

Average rainfall in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Princeton, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Princeton, MN

Average snowfall in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Princeton, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Princeton, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Princeton, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Princeton, MN

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Princeton, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Princeton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Princeton, MN

Average visibility in October - Princeton, 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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