October weather forecastFruitdale, SD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Fruitdale, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).Temperature
As Fruitdale welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). During the nights in October, Fruitdale observes an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).Humidity
In Fruitdale, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.Rainfall
In Fruitdale, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fruitdale, there are 100 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fruitdale are January through May, September through December. In Fruitdale, South Dakota, in October, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Fruitdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 23.54" (598mm) of snow.Daylight
In Fruitdale, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Fruitdale is 6.9h.UV index
In Fruitdale, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Fruitdale, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average humidity in October: 59%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).
Average rainfall in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 2.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fruitdale, 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: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Fruitdale, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in October
Fruitdale, 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).
