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
The arrival of October brings a significant change in Dolton's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C). The month of October records an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).Humidity
The least humid month in Dolton is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Dolton, South Dakota, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Dolton, South Dakota, is 11h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
In Dolton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Dolton?
What is the least humid month in Dolton?
What is the average humidity in October in Dolton?
How many days does it rain in October in Dolton?
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How many hours of daylight does Dolton have in October?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dolton?
How many hours of sunshine does Dolton have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Dolton?
Average temperature in October
Dolton, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Dolton, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Dolton, 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 (8.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Dolton, SD
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dolton, 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
Dolton, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Dolton, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
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
Dolton, 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
Dolton, 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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