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's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). In the month of October, Rapid City experiences an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Rapid City is 58%.Rainfall
In Rapid City, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rapid City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Rapid City. In Rapid City, in October, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Rapid City, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.Daylight
In Rapid City, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Rapid City?
What is the average humidity in October in Rapid City?
How much does it rain in Rapid City in October?
How many days does it snow in October in Rapid City?
What is the average length of the day in October in Rapid City?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Rapid City?
How long on average sun shines in October in Rapid City?
What is the UV index reading in October in Rapid City?
Average temperature in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Rapid City, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average humidity in October: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).
Average rainfall in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rapid City, 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: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in October
Rapid City, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Rapid City, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in October
Rapid City, 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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