October weather forecast
Shafer, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Shafer, Minnesota, is a cool autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) in September to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). The average low-temperature, in October, is a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shafer, in October, during 12 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.2 rainfall days, and 23.19" (589mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Shafer, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.7 days and aggregates up to 22.28" (566mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, in Shafer, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 4.9h.

UV index

In Shafer, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Shafer, the average high-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Shafer, in October, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Shafer, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Shafer, MN

Average wind speed in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Shafer, MN

Average humidity in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Shafer, MN

Average rainfall in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Shafer, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shafer, MN

Average snowfall in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shafer, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shafer, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shafer, MN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Shafer, MN

Average UV index in October - Shafer, 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
Shafer, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Shafer, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Shafer, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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