October weather in Columbus, MN
The average temperature in Columbus in October is 46.9°F (36.0°F–57.7°F). Average precipitation: 2.69 inches. Average snowfall is 0.7 inches.
October is a fall month in Columbus, and is warmer than the annual average of 43.6°F. Daily temperatures swing about 21.7°F between overnight low and afternoon high. Expect about 8 days with precipitation. Daylight averages about 10h 41m. For travel, October is cool.
Avg High
57.7°F
Avg Low
36.0°F
Precipitation
2.69 in
Snow
0.7 in
October records in Columbus
| Date | Record High | Record Low | Record Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1 | 82.9°F (2021) | 30.0°F (2011) | 0.40 in (2007) |
| October 2 | 89.1°F (2023) | 33.1°F (2012) | 1.42 in (2009) |
| October 3 | 87.1°F (2023) | 28.9°F (2010) | 1.89 in (2017) |
| October 4 | 84.0°F (2023) | 27.0°F (2020) | 0.15 in (2018) |
| October 5 | 82.9°F (2011) | 26.1°F (2020) | 1.64 in (2007) |
| October 6 | 86.0°F (2011) | 32.0°F (2009) | 0.72 in (2009) |
| October 7 | 87.1°F (2007) | 21.9°F (2012) | 1.12 in (2009) |
| October 8 | 84.0°F (2007) | 23.0°F (2012) | 1.04 in (2007) |
| October 9 | 84.0°F (2010) | 23.0°F (2009) | 0.36 in (2018) |
| October 10 | 82.9°F (2011) | 23.0°F (2009) | 0.81 in (2018) |
| October 11 | 79.0°F (2010) | 24.1°F (2009) | 0.46 in (2019) |
| October 12 | 82.9°F (2015) | 19.0°F (2012) | 1.34 in (2023) |
| October 13 | 77.0°F (2008) | 19.0°F (2009) | 1.28 in (2023) |
| October 14 | 70.0°F (2008) | 19.0°F (2009) | 0.41 in (2008) |
| October 15 | 68.0°F (2010) | 28.0°F (2022) | 1.11 in (2013) |
| October 16 | 70.0°F (2016) | 27.0°F (2008) | 0.21 in (2007) |
| October 17 | 72.0°F (2014) | 25.0°F (2015) | 0.52 in (2007) |
| October 18 | 73.9°F (2017) | 23.0°F (2022) | 0.66 in (2013) |
| October 19 | 77.0°F (2021) | 18.0°F (2022) | 0.20 in (2007) |
| October 20 | 75.0°F (2015) | 18.0°F (2022) | 0.51 in (2007) |
| October 21 | 78.1°F (2017) | 21.0°F (2018) | 0.72 in (2021) |
| October 22 | 70.0°F (2012) | 21.0°F (2013) | 1.27 in (2019) |
| October 23 | 75.0°F (2022) | 21.9°F (2013) | 0.41 in (2009) |
| October 24 | 77.0°F (2022) | 21.9°F (2018) | 1.12 in (2015) |
| October 25 | 68.0°F (2014) | 21.9°F (2018) | 0.64 in (2012) |
| October 26 | 64.0°F (2014) | 23.0°F (2020) | 0.83 in (2010) |
| October 27 | 63.0°F (2014) | 12.0°F (2020) | 0.32 in (2008) |
| October 28 | 66.0°F (2014) | 12.0°F (2020) | 0.61 in (2015) |
| October 29 | 70.0°F (2016) | 19.9°F (2008) | 0.36 in (2015) |
| October 30 | 68.0°F (2022) | 17.1°F (2019) | 0.64 in (2009) |
| October 31 | 71.1°F (2007) | 17.1°F (2012) | 0.36 in (2015) |