October weather forecast
River Falls, WI

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in River Falls, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

River Falls's weather experiences a significant temperature drop with the arrival of October, falling from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in September to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). River Falls records a steady low-temperature average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, in River Falls, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in River Falls, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 20.43" (519mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in River Falls. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In River Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, in River Falls, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in River Falls is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in River Falls?

In River Falls, 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in River Falls?

In October, the average relative humidity in River Falls is 76%.

How much does it rain in River Falls in October?

In River Falls, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in River Falls?

October is the first month it typically snows in River Falls. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does River Falls have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in River Falls?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in River Falls?

In River Falls, Wisconsin, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in River Falls?

In River Falls, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
River Falls, WI

Average temperature in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
River Falls, WI

Average pressure in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
River Falls, WI

Average wind speed in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
River Falls, WI

Average humidity in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
River Falls, WI

Average rainfall in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
River Falls, WI

Average rainfall days in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
River Falls, WI

Average snowfall in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
River Falls, WI

Average snowfall days in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
River Falls, WI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - River Falls, WI
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
River Falls, WI

Average sunshine days in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
River Falls, WI

Average UV index in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
River Falls, WI

Average cloud cover in October - River Falls, WI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
River Falls, WI

Average visibility in October - River Falls, WI
  • 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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