October weather forecast
Albert Lea, MN

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Weather in October

October sees the weather in Albert Lea fully embracing the fall season. Coupled with the comfortable temperatures, rainfall drops to 2.13in, marking it as an ideal month for outdoor explorations. As summer fades and daylight hours reduce to 11 hours, the city comes alive in fall colors. Crisp winds blow through the town, complementing the autumnal atmosphere. Watch as the city morphs into a scenic painting, adorned with red and gold hues.

Temperature

October in Albert Lea is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Albert Lea witnesses an average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Albert Lea, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Albert Lea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Albert Lea. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Albert Lea, there are 56.8 snowfall days, and 24.92" (633mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October in Albert Lea, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Albert Lea is 5.4h.

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 the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Albert Lea?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Albert Lea, is 56.3°F (13.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Albert Lea?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October in Albert Lea?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in Albert Lea in October?

In Albert Lea, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Albert Lea?

October is the first month it typically snows in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Albert Lea?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Albert Lea?

On the first day of October in Albert Lea, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Albert Lea?

The average sunshine duration in October in Albert Lea is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Albert Lea?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Albert Lea, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average temperature in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°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 (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average pressure in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average wind speed in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average humidity in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

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

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Average rainfall in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average rainfall in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average snowfall in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average UV index in October - Albert Lea, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Albert Lea, MN

Average visibility in October - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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