October weather forecast
Faribault, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Faribault, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41°F (5°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

In Faribault, the onset of October is marked by a decreased average high-temperature, declining from September's agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C). Faribault's average low-temperature in October is measured at an icy 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Faribault, Minnesota.

Rainfall

In Faribault, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129 rainfall days, and 20.43" (519mm) 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 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.1 snowfall days, and 17.68" (449mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Faribault, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October in Faribault, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Faribault, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Faribault?

In Faribault, 55.8°F (13.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 41°F (5°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the least humid month in Faribault?

The least humid month in Faribault is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Faribault?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Faribault?

In Faribault, Minnesota, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Faribault?

October is the first month it typically snows in Faribault. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Faribault?

In October, the average day length in Faribault, Minnesota, is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Faribault?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Faribault?

The average sunshine duration in October in Faribault is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Faribault?

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

Average temperature in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°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 (7.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Faribault, MN

Average pressure in October - Faribault, 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
Faribault, MN

Average wind speed in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Faribault, MN

Average humidity in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Faribault, MN

Average rainfall in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Faribault, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Faribault, MN

Average snowfall in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Faribault, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Faribault, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Faribault, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Faribault, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Faribault, MN

Average UV index in October - Faribault, 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
Faribault, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Faribault, MN

Average visibility in October - Faribault, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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