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
Artesian experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of October, with average high-temperatures moving from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). Artesian encounters an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) during October nights.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%.Rainfall
In Artesian, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Artesian. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Artesian, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Artesian, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Artesian, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Artesian, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Artesian, SD
- Average humidity in October: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).
Average rainfall in October
Artesian, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").
Average rainfall days in October
Artesian, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Artesian, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Artesian, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Artesian, 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 3min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Artesian, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 22 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Artesian, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Artesian, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Artesian, 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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