October weather forecastAmherst, SD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Amherst, South Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average high of 54.7°F (12.6°C).Temperature
Amherst's transition into October is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). Throughout October nights, Amherst registers an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 66%.Rainfall
In Amherst, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Amherst. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Amherst, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Amherst, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Amherst, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Amherst, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Amherst, SD
- Average humidity in October: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).
Average rainfall in October
Amherst, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Amherst, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Amherst, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Amherst, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Amherst, SD
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Amherst, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Amherst, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Amherst, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in October
Amherst, SD
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
