October weather forecast
Watertown, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Watertown, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The drop of average high-temperatures is noticeable in October, with a decrease from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) is recorded during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Watertown, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Watertown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.5 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Watertown 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 Watertown, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Watertown in October has an average high-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Watertown?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Watertown, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Watertown have in October?

The average day length in October in Watertown is 10h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

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 Watertown, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Watertown, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Watertown, MN

Average temperature in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average pressure in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average wind speed in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average humidity in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average rainfall in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average snowfall in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • 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
Watertown, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average UV index in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Watertown, 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
Watertown, MN

Average visibility in October - Watertown, 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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