October weather forecastHot Springs, SD
October
Weather in October
October further showcases the beauty of the fall season. The city's temperature experiences another substantial drop down to an average high of 57.6°F (14.2°C). A decrease in rainfall to 1.1" (28mm) adds to the city's array of clear, pleasing autumn days. As Hot Springs transitions into cooler weather, the city embraces the colorful fall foliage and crisp air typical of the season. While evening temperatures can be a tad chilly, daytime weather presents idyllic conditions for enjoying the city's natural beauty.Temperature
As October sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C). Hot Springs records an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) throughout the month of October.Humidity
In Hot Springs, the average relative humidity in October is 57%.Rainfall
In Hot Springs, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Hot Springs, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.8 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Hot Springs are January through May, September through December. In October, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hot Springs, there are 49.2 snowfall days, and 23.19" (589mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Hot Springs, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Hot Springs, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Hot Springs is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average humidity in October: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).
Average rainfall in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Hot Springs, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Hot Springs, 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
Hot Springs, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in October
Hot Springs, 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).
