October weather forecast
Inver Grove Heights, MN

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Weather in October

The cool temperatures in October, along with decreasing daylight hours, signal the definite arrival of fall. The average high temperature drops to 55.6°F (13.1°C), almost 16 degrees cooler than September's 71.4°F (21.9°C). The coming of November brings even shorter days and lower temperatures. October's crisp and cool weather allows Inver Grove Heights residents to enjoy fall’s vibrant changing colors. October serves as a prelude to the imminent winter season.

Temperature

The beginning of October in Inver Grove Heights marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). Inver Grove Heights encounters a steady low-temperature average of 41°F (5°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Inver Grove Heights, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Inver Grove Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 22.83" (580mm) 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 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of October in Inver Grove Heights, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Inver Grove Heights in October?

In Inver Grove Heights, 55.6°F (13.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 41°F (5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Inver Grove Heights?

In Inver Grove Heights, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Inver Grove Heights?

In Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Inver Grove Heights?

October is the first month it typically snows in Inver Grove Heights. Throughout October, in the average 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Inver Grove Heights have in October?

In Inver Grove Heights, the average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Inver Grove Heights?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Inver Grove Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Inver Grove Heights is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Inver Grove Heights?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average temperature in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average pressure in October - Inver Grove 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
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average wind speed in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average humidity in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average rainfall in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average snowfall in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

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
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average UV index in October - Inver Grove Heights, 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
Inver Grove Heights, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average visibility in October - Inver Grove 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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