October weather forecastBon Homme Colony, SD
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.4°F (15.2°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).Temperature
The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) throughout October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 64%, October is the least humid month in Bon Homme Colony.Rainfall
In Bon Homme Colony, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Bon Homme Colony. 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of October, in Bon Homme Colony, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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 24min
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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, 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).
