October weather forecastMoorhead, MN
October
Weather in October
In Moorhead, October is synonymous with crisp autumn temperatures and shorter daylight hours. The weather in October is notably different from September with further decrease in temperatures. The arrival of fall is shown by an increase in wind speed while the sky often remains overcast. A major weather highlight for October is the return of snow after five months. With an average of 0.55" (14mm) of snowfall, winter is evident around the corner.Temperature
A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in October, moving down from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Moorhead, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Moorhead is 67%.Rainfall
In Moorhead, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Moorhead, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Moorhead are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Moorhead, Minnesota. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Moorhead, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Moorhead is 10h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, in Moorhead, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Moorhead is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average high temperature in October: 54°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).
Average rainfall in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average rainfall in October: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average snowfall days in October: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Moorhead, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in October
Moorhead, MN
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
