October weather forecastRutland, SD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Rutland, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).Temperature
As Rutland transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) throughout October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Rutland, during October, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Rutland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Rutland, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
In Rutland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in October
Rutland, 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).
Average pressure in October
Rutland, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Rutland, 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).
Average humidity in October
Rutland, 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%).
Average rainfall in October
Rutland, 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").
Average rainfall days in October
Rutland, 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).
Average snowfall in October
Rutland, 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").
Average snowfall days in October
Rutland, 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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rutland, 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: 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).
Average sunshine days in October
Rutland, 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).
Average UV index in October
Rutland, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Rutland, 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).
Average visibility in October
Rutland, 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).
