Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from September's pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Colton experiences an average low-temperature reading of 40.8°F (4.9°C) throughout October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month in Colton.Rainfall
In Colton, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Colton, there are 116.4 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Colton. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Colton, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Colton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in October in Colton?
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When are sunrise and sunset in October in Colton?
How long on average sun shines in October in Colton?
What is the UV index reading in October in Colton?
Average temperature in October
Colton, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.8°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 (8.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Colton, 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
Colton, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Colton, SD
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Colton, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Colton, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Colton, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Colton, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Colton, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Colton, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Colton, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Colton, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Colton, 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).
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