United StatesThe weather in October in Minnesota
It's cool in October in Minnesota with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 10°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Minnesota, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2015, Minnesota reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -4°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -12°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In October, there is an average of 31 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,2 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Minnesota
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Minnesota. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Minnesota | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 12°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 17°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | -2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 31 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,2 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Minnesota with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 13°C, with nights around 3°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Minnesota is around 9°C, while nighttime temps are about 1°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Minnesota, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Minnesota
Temperature in October in Minnesota over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Minnesota, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Minnesota
Total precipitation in October in Minnesota over the years
Daily Snowfall in October in Minnesota
Snowfall in October in Minnesota per year
Daily UV index in October in Minnesota
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Minnesota, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Minnesota by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Minnesota. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.