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
The changeover to October signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). Sioux Falls records an average nighttime low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) throughout October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 66%, October is the least humid month in Sioux Falls.Rainfall
In Sioux Falls, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Sioux Falls. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Sioux Falls, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sioux Falls is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in October in Sioux Falls?
What is the least humid month in Sioux Falls?
What is the average humidity in October in Sioux Falls?
How much does it rain in Sioux Falls in October?
When does it start to snow in Sioux Falls?
How many hours of daylight does Sioux Falls have in October?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sioux Falls?
How many hours of sunshine does Sioux Falls have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Sioux Falls?
Average temperature in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 57.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.2°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 (9.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average humidity in October: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sioux Falls, 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: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Sioux Falls, 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
Sioux Falls, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Sioux Falls, 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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