October weather forecast
Waconia, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Waconia, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable decrease in October, dropping from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). During October, the average low-temperature is an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Waconia, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Waconia, Minnesota, there are 123.5 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Waconia. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Waconia, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 20.83" (529mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Waconia is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, in Waconia, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Waconia is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Waconia?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Waconia, is 55.6°F (13.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Waconia?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Waconia?

In Waconia, Minnesota, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Waconia?

October is the first month it typically snows in Waconia. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 10h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Waconia?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waconia, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waconia have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Waconia?

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

Average temperature in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°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 (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°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
Waconia, MN

Average pressure in October - Waconia, 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
Waconia, MN

Average wind speed in October - Waconia, 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
Waconia, MN

Average humidity in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Waconia, MN

Average rainfall in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Waconia, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Waconia, MN

Average snowfall in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Waconia, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Waconia, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Waconia, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Waconia, MN

Average UV index in October - Waconia, 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
Waconia, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Waconia, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Waconia, MN

Average visibility in October - Waconia, 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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