October weather forecast
Riverton, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Riverton, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 52°F (11.1°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) in September to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Throughout the October nights, Riverton encounters a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Riverton, Minnesota, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) 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 4.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Riverton, during the entire year, snow falls for 95.3 days and aggregates up to 35.67" (906mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Riverton is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, in Riverton, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Riverton, the average sunshine in October is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Riverton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Riverton?

In Riverton, 52°F (11.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Riverton?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Riverton in October?

In Riverton, Minnesota, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Riverton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Riverton, Minnesota. Throughout October, in the average 4.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riverton have in October?

The average day length in October in Riverton is 10h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Riverton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Riverton, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Riverton?

In Riverton, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Riverton?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Riverton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Riverton, MN

Average temperature in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Riverton, MN

Average pressure in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Riverton, MN

Average wind speed in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Riverton, MN

Average humidity in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Riverton, MN

Average rainfall in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in October
Riverton, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Riverton, MN

Average snowfall in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Riverton, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 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
Riverton, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Riverton, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Riverton, MN

Average UV index in October - Riverton, 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
Riverton, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in October
Riverton, MN

Average visibility in October - Riverton, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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