October weather forecastHolmquist, SD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Holmquist, South Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During October nights, Holmquist witnesses a consistent average temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.Rainfall
In Holmquist, in October, during 8.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Holmquist. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Holmquist, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.4 days and aggregates up to 23.74" (603mm) of snow.Daylight
In Holmquist, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.UV index
In Holmquist, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 38.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).
Average pressure in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"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).
Average wind speed in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 11.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).
Average rainfall in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Holmquist, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Holmquist, SD
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
