October weather forecast
Aurora, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Aurora, South Dakota, 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, Aurora's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from September's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). Aurora, in October, experiences an average temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Aurora, during October, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Aurora, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Aurora, records 55.6°F (13.1°C), while the low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Aurora?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

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

When does it start to snow?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Aurora have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Aurora, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Aurora, SD

Average temperature in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average pressure in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average wind speed in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average humidity in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average rainfall in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average snowfall in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average UV index in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Aurora, 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
Aurora, SD

Average visibility in October - Aurora, 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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