October weather forecast
North Spearfish, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in North Spearfish, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.3°F (3.5°C) and max 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). North Spearfish's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in North Spearfish is 61%.

Rainfall

In North Spearfish, in October, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.6 rainfall days, and 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in North Spearfish. In North Spearfish, South Dakota, during October, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In North Spearfish, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 36.3" (922mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October in North Spearfish, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

In North Spearfish, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for North Spearfish in October?

The high-temperature during October is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in North Spearfish?

The average relative humidity in October is 61%.

How many days does it rain in October in North Spearfish?

In North Spearfish, in October, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in North Spearfish?

In North Spearfish, in October, during 4.1 snowfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in North Spearfish?

In October, the average day length in North Spearfish, South Dakota, is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in North Spearfish?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Spearfish, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Spearfish have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in North Spearfish is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in North Spearfish?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in North Spearfish is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average temperature in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average pressure in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average wind speed in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average humidity in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

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Average rainfall in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average rainfall in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average rainfall days in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average snowfall in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average snowfall days in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average sunshine days in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average UV index in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average cloud cover in October - North Spearfish, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
North Spearfish, SD

Average visibility in October - North Spearfish, 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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