October weather forecast
Sleepy Eye, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Sleepy Eye experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). An average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) marks the month of October.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Sleepy Eye, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.2 rainfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Sleepy Eye. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.6 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sleepy Eye in October?

In Sleepy Eye, 56.3°F (13.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the least humid month in Sleepy Eye?

May and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in Sleepy Eye.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, in Sleepy Eye, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sleepy Eye have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sleepy Eye have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average temperature in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average pressure in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average wind speed in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average humidity in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average rainfall in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average snowfall in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average UV index in October - Sleepy Eye, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Sleepy Eye, MN

Average visibility in October - Sleepy Eye, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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