October weather forecastValley Springs, SD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Valley Springs, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).Temperature
Valley Springs's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). Nighttime temperatures in Valley Springs consistently average a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) during October.Humidity
October is the least humid month in Valley Springs, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Valley Springs, in October, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Valley Springs, there are 112.2 rainfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Valley Springs are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Valley Springs. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Valley Springs, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Valley Springs is 11h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Valley Springs, the average sunshine in October is 6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Valley Springs are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 57.4°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 (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Valley Springs, 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 0min
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
Valley Springs, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Valley Springs, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
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
Valley Springs, 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).
