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 arrival of October brings a significant change in Springfield's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C). In October, the average low-temperature records at a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) during the nights.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 62%, October is the least humid month in Springfield.Rainfall
In Springfield, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Springfield are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Springfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Springfield, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Springfield?
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How high is the UV index in October in Springfield?
Average temperature in October
Springfield, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Springfield, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Springfield, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Springfield, SD
- Average humidity in October: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).
Average rainfall in October
Springfield, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").
Average rainfall days in October
Springfield, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Springfield, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Springfield, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Springfield, SD
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Springfield, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Springfield, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Springfield, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in October
Springfield, 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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