Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October signals a considerable drop in Ideal's average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). During October nights, Ideal witnesses a consistent average temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).Humidity
In Ideal, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.Rainfall
In Ideal, during October, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Ideal. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Ideal, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Ideal, the average sunshine in October is 7h.UV index
In Ideal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What are October temperatures in Ideal?
What is the average humidity in October in Ideal?
How many days does it rain in October in Ideal?
When does it start snowing in Ideal?
How many hours of daylight does Ideal have in October?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ideal?
How long on average sun shines in October in Ideal?
How high is the UV index in October in Ideal?
Average temperature in October
Ideal, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Ideal, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ideal, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Ideal, SD
- Average humidity in October: 59%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).
Average rainfall in October
Ideal, 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 (0.47").
Average rainfall days in October
Ideal, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ideal, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ideal, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ideal, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ideal, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Ideal, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Ideal, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in October
Ideal, 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).
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