October weather forecast
Artesian, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Artesian, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.1°F (5.6°C) and max 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). An average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) marks the nights in Artesian throughout October.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Artesian, in October, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Artesian, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October in Artesian, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Artesian, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Artesian is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Artesian?

The high-temperature, in October, in Artesian, records 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Artesian?

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October in Artesian?

The average relative humidity in October in Artesian is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in Artesian?

In Artesian, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Artesian?

October is the first month it typically snows in Artesian. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Artesian?

The average day length in October in Artesian, South Dakota, is 10h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Artesian?

On the first day of October in Artesian, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Artesian?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Artesian, South Dakota, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Artesian?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Artesian, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Artesian, SD

Average temperature in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Artesian, SD

Average pressure in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in October
Artesian, SD

Average wind speed in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Artesian, SD

Average humidity in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in October
Artesian, SD

Average rainfall in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in October
Artesian, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Artesian, SD

Average snowfall in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Artesian, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Artesian, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Artesian, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Artesian, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Artesian, SD

Average UV index in October - Artesian, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Artesian, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Artesian, 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 22).

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Average visibility in October
Artesian, SD

Average visibility in October - Artesian, 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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