October weather forecast
Minden, NV

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Weather in October

October brings an appreciable chill to the air in Minden. The focus shifts indoors as the colder weather starts to set in. The town takes on a more festive mood with Halloween decorations dotting the landscape. The first snowfall of the season can sometimes occur, marking a transition from autumn to winter. With average temperatures ranging from 36.3°F (2.4°C) to 59.7°F (15.4°C), residents brace themselves for the impending frost.

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). Minden observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during October nights, with a mean temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout October, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Minden, Nevada, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 41.65" (1058mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Minden, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Minden, 59.7°F (15.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Minden, in October, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Minden?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Minden have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Minden, Nevada, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Minden, NV

Average temperature in October - Minden, NV
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Minden, NV

Average pressure in October - Minden, NV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Minden, NV

Average wind speed in October - Minden, NV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and October (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Minden, NV

Average humidity in October - Minden, NV
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

Average rainfall in October
Minden, NV

Average rainfall in October - Minden, NV
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Minden, NV

Average rainfall days in October - Minden, NV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Minden, NV

Average snowfall in October - Minden, NV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Minden, NV

Average snowfall days in October - Minden, NV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Minden, NV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Minden, NV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Minden, NV

Average sunshine days in October - Minden, NV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Minden, NV

Average UV index in October - Minden, NV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Minden, NV

Average cloud cover in October - Minden, NV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in October
Minden, NV

Average visibility in October - Minden, NV
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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