October weather forecastIndependence, MN
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Independence, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.7°F (12.6°C) and min 40.5°F (4.7°C).Temperature
As Independence welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). In Independence, the expected average low-temperature for October is a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.7 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Independence, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Average temperature in October
Independence, MN
- Average high temperature in October: 54.7°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 (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Independence, MN
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"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).
Average wind speed in October
Independence, MN
- Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Independence, MN
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Independence, MN
- Average rainfall in October: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in October
Independence, MN
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Independence, MN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Independence, MN
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Independence, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Independence, MN
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Independence, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Independence, MN
- Average cloud cover in October: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Independence, 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).
