October weather forecast
Arlington, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Arlington, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Arlington's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from September's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). Arlington, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Arlington, in October, during 9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Arlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Arlington, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In Arlington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Arlington experiences an average high-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and a low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Arlington?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Arlington is 68%.

How much does it rain in Arlington in October?

In Arlington, during October, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Arlington?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Arlington, SD

Average temperature in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in October
Arlington, SD

Average pressure in October - Arlington, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Arlington, SD

Average wind speed in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Arlington, SD

Average humidity in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Arlington, SD

Average rainfall in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Arlington, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Arlington, SD

Average snowfall in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Arlington, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Arlington, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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
Arlington, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Arlington, SD

Average UV index in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Arlington, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Arlington, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Arlington, SD

Average visibility in October - Arlington, 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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