October weather forecast
Creighton, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Creighton, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average low of 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). During October, Creighton observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In Creighton, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Creighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Creighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 16.1" (409mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In Creighton, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Creighton?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Creighton, is 59.2°F (15.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Creighton?

In Creighton, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

How many days does it rain in October in Creighton?

In Creighton, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Creighton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Creighton. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Creighton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Creighton?

On the first day of October in Creighton, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Creighton?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Creighton, South Dakota, is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Creighton?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Creighton is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Creighton, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Creighton, SD

Average pressure in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Creighton, SD

Average wind speed in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Creighton, SD

Average humidity in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

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Average rainfall in October
Creighton, SD

Average rainfall in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
Creighton, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Creighton, SD

Average snowfall in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Creighton, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 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
Creighton, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Creighton, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Creighton, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Creighton, SD

Average UV index in October - Creighton, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Creighton, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in October
Creighton, SD

Average visibility in October - Creighton, 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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