October weather forecast
Rockford, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rockford, Minnesota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

In Rockford, the average high-temperature in October significantly decreases from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). During the month of October, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rockford, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

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. Throughout the year, in Rockford, there are 57.7 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rockford, the average length of the day in October 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 7:53 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Rockford experiences an average high-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and a low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Rockford, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Rockford have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Rockford?

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 7:53 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockford have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Rockford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rockford, MN

Average temperature in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average pressure in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average wind speed in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average humidity in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average rainfall in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average snowfall in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average UV index in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Rockford, 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
Rockford, MN

Average visibility in October - Rockford, 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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