October weather forecastHosmer, SD
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Hosmer, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).Temperature
The shift into October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). In Hosmer, October nights cool down to an average of 40.6°F (4.8°C).Humidity
In Hosmer, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.Rainfall
In Hosmer, in October, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hosmer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Hosmer, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Hosmer. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hosmer, South Dakota, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, in Hosmer, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Hosmer, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Hosmer, 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 January (22.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average humidity in October: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).
Average rainfall in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hosmer, 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: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
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 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Hosmer, SD
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
