October weather forecastArdmore, SD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Ardmore, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).Temperature
Ardmore's weather experiences a significant temperature drop with the arrival of October, falling from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). The nighttime temperature in Ardmore dips to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) on average during October.Humidity
In Ardmore, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.Rainfall
In Ardmore, during October, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Ardmore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.9 days and collects up to 10.39" (264mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Ardmore, in October, during 3 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ardmore, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.5 days and aggregates up to 15.63" (397mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Ardmore, South Dakota, is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Ardmore is 7.2h.UV index
In Ardmore, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 57°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average humidity in October: 55%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).
Average rainfall in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 0.75"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ardmore, 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: 7h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Ardmore, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in October
Ardmore, 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).
