October weather forecast
Ray, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Ray, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C). Ray's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ray, Minnesota, during October, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.6 rainfall days, and 11.5" (292mm) 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 5.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Ray, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.9 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Ray, is 48.9°F (9.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 5.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ray have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 48min.

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 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ray have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ray, MN

Average temperature in October - Ray, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Ray, MN

Average pressure in October - Ray, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ray, MN

Average wind speed in October - Ray, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ray, MN

Average humidity in October - Ray, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Ray, MN

Average rainfall in October - Ray, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Ray, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Ray, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ray, MN

Average snowfall in October - Ray, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ray, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Ray, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ray, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Ray, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Ray, MN

Average UV index in October - Ray, MN
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Ray, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Ray, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Ray, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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