October weather forecast
Fairview, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Fairview, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The transition from September to October brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). The low-temperature average for Fairview during October stands at an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Fairview is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Fairview, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Fairview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Fairview. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fairview, there are 40.5 snowfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fairview, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Fairview, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fairview, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Fairview is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Fairview?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Fairview, is 58.1°F (14.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Fairview?

October is the least humid month in Fairview, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October in Fairview?

The average relative humidity in October in Fairview, South Dakota, is 66%.

How much does it rain in Fairview in October?

In Fairview, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Fairview?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fairview, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairview have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Fairview?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairview, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairview have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Fairview is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Fairview?

In Fairview, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fairview, SD

Average temperature in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fairview, SD

Average pressure in October - Fairview, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Fairview, SD

Average wind speed in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fairview, SD

Average humidity in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 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
Fairview, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fairview, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fairview, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fairview, SD

Average UV index in October - Fairview, 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
Fairview, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Fairview, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in October
Fairview, SD

Average visibility in October - Fairview, 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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