October weather forecast
Forest Lake, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Forest Lake, Minnesota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). October nights in Forest Lake are marked by an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In Forest Lake, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Forest Lake, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Forest Lake, there are 120.2 rainfall days, and 21.46" (545mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Forest Lake are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Forest Lake. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Forest Lake, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Forest Lake in October?

In Forest Lake, 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.9°F (4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in Forest Lake?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Forest Lake?

In Forest Lake, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Forest Lake?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Forest Lake?

In Forest Lake, Minnesota, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Forest Lake?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forest Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Forest Lake?

In Forest Lake, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Forest Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Forest Lake is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average temperature in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°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 (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average pressure in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"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).

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Average wind speed in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average wind speed in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average humidity in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average rainfall in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average snowfall in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Forest Lake, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average UV index in October - Forest Lake, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Forest Lake, MN

Average visibility in October - Forest Lake, 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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