October weather forecast
Colome, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Colome, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). Throughout October, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Colome. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Colome, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Colome is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Colome is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. 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. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Colome?

In October, in Colome, the average high-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Colome?

In October, the average relative humidity in Colome, South Dakota, is 59%.

How much does it rain in Colome in October?

In Colome, in October, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Colome?

October is the first month it typically snows in Colome, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Colome?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colome, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Colome?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Colome?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Colome, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Colome, SD

Average temperature in October - Colome, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Colome, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Colome, SD

Average wind speed in October - Colome, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Colome, SD

Average humidity in October - Colome, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

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Average rainfall in October
Colome, SD

Average rainfall in October - Colome, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Colome, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Colome, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Colome, SD

Average snowfall in October - Colome, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Colome, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Colome, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Colome, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Colome, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Colome, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Colome, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Colome, SD

Average UV index in October - Colome, 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Colome, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Colome, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in October
Colome, SD

Average visibility in October - Colome, 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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