October weather forecast
Artas, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Artas, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as September gives way to October, with average highs moving from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Artas records an average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Artas, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In Artas, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Artas. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Artas, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Artas, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Artas, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Artas?

During October, Artas experiences an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Artas?

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How many days does it rain in October in Artas?

In Artas, South Dakota, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Artas?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Artas?

The average day length in October in Artas, South Dakota, is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Artas?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Artas?

The average sunshine duration in October in Artas, South Dakota, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Artas?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Artas, SD

Average temperature in October - Artas, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in October
Artas, SD

Average pressure in October - Artas, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Artas, SD

Average wind speed in October - Artas, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Artas, SD

Average humidity in October - Artas, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Artas, SD

Average rainfall in October - Artas, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Artas, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Artas, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Artas, SD

Average snowfall in October - Artas, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Artas, SD

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Artas, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Artas, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Artas, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Artas, SD

Average UV index in October - Artas, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Artas, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Artas, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Artas, SD

Average visibility in October - Artas, 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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