October weather forecast
Minneapolis, KS

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Minneapolis, Kansas, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average high of 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

In Minneapolis, the average high-temperature in October significantly decreases from a moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C) in September to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In Minneapolis, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.1 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In Minneapolis, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 66.2°F (19°C) and the low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Minneapolis, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Minneapolis, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneapolis have in October?

In Minneapolis, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Minneapolis, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average temperature in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average pressure in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average wind speed in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average humidity in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average rainfall in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average snowfall in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average UV index in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Minneapolis, KS

Average visibility in October - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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