October weather forecast
Columbia Heights, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

October signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). In Columbia Heights, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 41°F (5°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Columbia Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.1 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Columbia Heights are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Columbia Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.3 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbia Heights, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Columbia Heights, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbia Heights is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Columbia Heights in October?

During October, Columbia Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a low-temperature of 41°F (5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Columbia Heights?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Columbia Heights?

In Columbia Heights, Minnesota, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Columbia Heights?

October is the first month it typically snows in Columbia Heights, Minnesota. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Columbia Heights?

In October, the average day length in Columbia Heights is 10h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Columbia Heights?

On the first day of October in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Columbia Heights?

In Columbia Heights, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Columbia Heights?

In Columbia Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average temperature in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average pressure in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Columbia Heights, MN

Average wind speed in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average humidity in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average rainfall in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average snowfall in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Columbia Heights, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average UV index in October - Columbia Heights, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Columbia Heights, MN

Average visibility in October - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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