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 is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C). In Elk Point, an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is recorded during October nights.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 65%.Rainfall
In Elk Point, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk Point, South Dakota, there are 119.5 rainfall days, and 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.2 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.On the first day of October in Elk Point, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in October in Elk Point?
Average temperature in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Elk Point, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average humidity in October: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).
Average rainfall in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk Point, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Elk Point, 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 January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Elk Point, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in October
Elk Point, 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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