October weather forecastBenson, MN
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Benson, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).Temperature
As October begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). Benson records an average nighttime low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) throughout October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.Rainfall
In Benson, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.8 days and collects up to 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Benson, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Benson is 10h and 56min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In Benson, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Benson, MN
- Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.5°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 (4.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Benson, MN
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Benson, MN
- Average wind speed in October: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Benson, MN
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Benson, MN
- Average rainfall in October: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in October
Benson, MN
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Benson, MN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Benson, MN
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Benson, MN
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Benson, MN
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Benson, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Benson, MN
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Benson, MN
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
