October weather forecast
Howard, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Howard, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as September gives way to October, with average highs moving from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Howard witnesses an average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month in Howard.

Rainfall

In October, in Howard, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Howard, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Howard. October is the first month it typically snows in Howard. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Howard, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Howard, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Howard, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Howard is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Howard in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Howard, is 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month in Howard?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October in Howard?

In Howard, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October in Howard?

In October, in Howard, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Howard?

October is the first month it typically snows in Howard. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Howard have in October?

The average day length in October in Howard, South Dakota, is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Howard?

On the first day of October in Howard, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Howard have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Howard is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Howard?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Howard, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Howard, SD

Average temperature in October - Howard, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Howard, SD

Average pressure in October - Howard, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Howard, SD

Average wind speed in October - Howard, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Howard, SD

Average humidity in October - Howard, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in October
Howard, SD

Average rainfall in October - Howard, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Howard, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Howard, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Howard, SD

Average snowfall in October - Howard, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Howard, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Howard, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Howard, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Howard, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Howard, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Howard, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Howard, SD

Average UV index in October - Howard, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Howard, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Howard, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Howard, SD

Average visibility in October - Howard, 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).

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