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Minnesota Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Minnesota, the United States of America in October.

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Planning a getaway to Minnesota, the United States of America this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Minnesota in October

Minnesota, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Minnesota generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Ely at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Fairmont at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Fairmont and 1°C (34°F) in Ely.

To explore the conditions in Minnesota, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Albert Lea with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Hinckley with 88 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Minneapolis gets around 179 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Minnesota by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Minnesota — and find the best time to visit. (based on Minneapolis)

January-5°C (23°F) February-4°C (25°F) March5°C (41°F) April14°C (57°F) May21°C (70°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October15°C (59°F) November7°C (45°F) December-2°C (28°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Minnesota in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Minnesota.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Minnesota

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Minnesota, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Minnesota (October)

Precipitation variation in Minnesota (October)

Minneapolis

In October Minneapolis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
15°C (59°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
179 hours
114 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Minneapolis →

Bloomington

In October Bloomington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
15°C (59°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
179 hours
114 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Bloomington →

Duluth

In October Duluth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
11°C (52°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
148 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Duluth →

Eagan

In October Eagan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
15°C (59°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
179 hours
114 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Eagan →

Saint Cloud

In October Saint Cloud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
14°C (57°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Saint Cloud →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Minnesota, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Minnesota in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Minneapolis 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Bloomington 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Duluth 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Eagan 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Saint Cloud 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Mankato 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Minnesota weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Minnesota, the United States of America in October?

Expect tolerable weather across Minnesota, the United States of America in October. The popular destination of Minneapolis averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Minnesota, the United States of America in October?

Daytime temperatures in Minneapolis peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in October, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Minnesota, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Minnesota, the United States of America. Minneapolis averages only about 66 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Minnesota, the United States of America?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Minnesota, the United States of America with overall tolerable weather in Minneapolis. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Minneapolis. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Minnesota.

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