October weather forecast
Dimock, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dimock, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.4°F (5.8°C) and max 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

October marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from September's warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). In October, Dimock experiences a temperature dip to an average of 42.4°F (5.8°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 63%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Dimock, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dimock, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.8 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Dimock, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dimock, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, in Dimock, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dimock, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Dimock?

In October, in Dimock, the average high-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Dimock?

October is the least humid month in Dimock, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in October in Dimock?

The average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How much does it rain in Dimock in October?

In Dimock, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Dimock?

October is the first month it typically snows in Dimock, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Dimock, South Dakota, is 11h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dimock?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dimock, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dimock have in October?

In Dimock, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Dimock?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Dimock is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dimock, SD

Average temperature in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Dimock, SD

Average pressure in October - Dimock, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Dimock, SD

Average wind speed in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Dimock, SD

Average humidity in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in October
Dimock, SD

Average rainfall in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Dimock, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Dimock, SD

Average snowfall in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Dimock, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 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
Dimock, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dimock, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dimock, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dimock, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Dimock, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Dimock, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in October
Dimock, SD

Average visibility in October - Dimock, 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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