October weather forecast
Walnut Grove, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Walnut Grove, Minnesota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Walnut Grove's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from September's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout the month of October, Walnut Grove reports a steady low-temperature average of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Walnut Grove, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.5 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Walnut Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 20.79" (528mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Walnut Grove is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Walnut Grove, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.5°F (5.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Walnut Grove, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Walnut Grove is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Walnut Grove, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Walnut Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Walnut Grove, MN

Average temperature in October - Walnut Grove, 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: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average pressure in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average wind speed in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average humidity in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average rainfall in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average snowfall in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Walnut Grove, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average UV index in October - Walnut Grove, 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
Walnut Grove, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Walnut Grove, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Walnut Grove, MN

Average visibility in October - Walnut Grove, 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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