October weather forecastDover, MN
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Dover, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.1°F (4.5°C) and max 55.4°F (13°C).Temperature
October marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from September's agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Throughout October, an average nighttime temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is experienced.Humidity
October is the least humid month in Dover, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Dover, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.2 days and aggregates up to 21.65" (550mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Dover, the average sunshine in October is 5.1h.UV index
In Dover, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Dover, MN
- Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Dover, MN
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Dover, MN
- Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Dover, MN
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Dover, MN
- Average rainfall in October: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in October
Dover, MN
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Dover, MN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Dover, MN
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dover, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Dover, MN
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Dover, MN
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is 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
Dover, MN
- Average cloud cover in October: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Dover, MN
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July and December (5mi).
