October weather forecast
Fairview Heights, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Fairview Heights, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

Fairview Heights experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of October, with average high-temperatures moving from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). In the month of October, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Fairview Heights is October, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In Fairview Heights, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Fairview Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fairview Heights, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In Fairview Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 59.4°F (15.2°C) and the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 64%, October is the least humid month in Fairview Heights.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Fairview Heights, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Fairview Heights, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairview Heights have in October?

In Fairview Heights, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairview Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average temperature in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average pressure in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average wind speed in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average humidity in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average rainfall in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average snowfall in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average UV index in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Fairview Heights, SD

Average visibility in October - Fairview Heights, SD
  • 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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