October weather forecastBancroft, SD
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Bancroft, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.5°F (5.3°C) and max 57.9°F (14.4°C).Temperature
October's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). Bancroft records a mean low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) in October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Bancroft is 63%.Rainfall
In Bancroft, during October, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Bancroft, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Bancroft, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October in Bancroft, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Bancroft, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Bancroft is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 57.9°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 (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Bancroft, 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 (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average humidity in October: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).
Average rainfall in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Bancroft, SD
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
