October weather forecast
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.1°F (4.5°C) and max 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Richmond Lake Heights Development's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Richmond Lake Heights Development. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Richmond Lake Heights Development, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, in Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Richmond Lake Heights Development in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Richmond Lake Heights Development, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Richmond Lake Heights Development?

In October, the average relative humidity in Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, is 64%.

How much does it rain in Richmond Lake Heights Development in October?

In October, in Richmond Lake Heights Development, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Richmond Lake Heights Development?

October is the first month it typically snows in Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond Lake Heights Development have in October?

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Richmond Lake Heights Development?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richmond Lake Heights Development, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond Lake Heights Development have in October?

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Richmond Lake Heights Development?

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average temperature in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average pressure in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average wind speed in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average humidity in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

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Average rainfall in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average rainfall in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average snowfall in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average UV index in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in October
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average visibility in October - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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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