October weather forecast
Frederick, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Frederick, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.2°F (4°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

October's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). An average temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Frederick, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Frederick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Frederick, South Dakota. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Frederick, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.6 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Frederick, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Frederick is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. 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 usual temperature for Frederick in October?

In Frederick, 54.9°F (12.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.2°F (4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Frederick?

In October, the average relative humidity in Frederick, South Dakota, is 65%.

How much does it rain in Frederick in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Frederick?

October is the first month it typically snows in Frederick. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Frederick?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Frederick, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Frederick have in October?

In Frederick, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Frederick?

In Frederick, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Frederick, SD

Average temperature in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Frederick, SD

Average pressure in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Frederick, SD

Average wind speed in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Frederick, SD

Average humidity in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

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Average rainfall in October
Frederick, SD

Average rainfall in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
Frederick, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Frederick, SD

Average snowfall in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Frederick, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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
Frederick, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Frederick, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Frederick, SD

Average UV index in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Frederick, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in October
Frederick, SD

Average visibility in October - Frederick, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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