October weather forecast
Tower, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Tower, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). October in Tower, Minnesota, sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, in Tower, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tower, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Tower, Minnesota. October is the first month it typically snows in Tower. Throughout October, in the average 6.8 snowfall days, it receives 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 111.2 snowfall days, and 44.57" (1132mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Tower is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in Tower, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Tower is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Tower is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Tower?

In October, in Tower, the average high-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Tower?

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

How much does it rain in Tower in October?

In October, in Tower, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Tower?

October is the first month it typically snows in Tower, Minnesota. Throughout October, in the average 6.8 snowfall days, it receives 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Tower?

In October, the average day length in Tower is 10h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Tower?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Tower?

The average sunshine duration in October in Tower is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Tower?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Tower, MN

Average temperature in October - Tower, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Tower, MN

Average pressure in October - Tower, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Tower, MN

Average wind speed in October - Tower, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Tower, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Tower, MN

Average rainfall in October - Tower, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Tower, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Tower, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Tower, MN

Average snowfall in October - Tower, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Tower, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Tower, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Tower, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Tower, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Tower, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Tower, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Tower, MN

Average visibility in October - Tower, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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