October weather forecastBushnell, SD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Bushnell, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.6°F (13.1°C) and min 39.6°F (4.2°C).Temperature
October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). In Bushnell, October is marked by an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Bushnell, during October, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Bushnell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Bushnell, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Average temperature in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).
Average pressure in October
Bushnell, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bushnell, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Bushnell, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Bushnell, 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).





