October weather forecast
Springfield, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Springfield, Minnesota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Springfield's transition into October is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). During October, Springfield records an average temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Springfield, during October, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 15.08" (383mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Springfield. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.5 days and aggregates up to 14.57" (370mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Springfield in October?

In October, in Springfield, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in Springfield in October?

In October, in Springfield, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in October?

In Springfield, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°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 (7.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Springfield, MN

Average pressure in October - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MN

Average wind speed in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Springfield, MN

Average humidity in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Springfield, MN

Average rainfall in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Springfield, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Springfield, MN

Average snowfall in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Springfield, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Springfield, 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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Springfield, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Springfield, MN

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Springfield, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Springfield, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

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
Springfield, MN

Average visibility in October - Springfield, 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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