October weather forecast
Elm Springs, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Elm Springs, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.9°F (4.4°C) and max 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). Elm Springs's average low-temperature in October is measured at a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In Elm Springs, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Elm Springs, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Elm Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Elm Springs. In October, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Elm Springs is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Elm Springs is 7.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Elm Springs is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elm Springs in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Elm Springs, is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elm Springs?

In Elm Springs, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How much does it rain in Elm Springs in October?

In Elm Springs, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in Elm Springs?

In October, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Elm Springs?

The average day length in October in Elm Springs is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Elm Springs?

On the first day of October in Elm Springs, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elm Springs have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Elm Springs, South Dakota, is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Elm Springs?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Elm Springs is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average temperature in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average pressure in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average wind speed in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average humidity in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elm Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average UV index in October - Elm Springs, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
Elm Springs, SD

Average visibility in October - Elm Springs, 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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