October weather forecast
Bison, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Bison, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.4°F (4.1°C) and max 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

October signals a considerable drop in Bison's average high-temperature, reducing from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Bison, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Bison is 60%.

Rainfall

In Bison, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) 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 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of October, in Bison, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Bison, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Bison, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by 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 Bison?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Bison, is 54.7°F (12.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Bison?

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

How much does it rain in Bison in October?

In October, in Bison, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Bison?

October is the first month it typically snows in Bison. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Bison?

On the first day of October in Bison, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Bison?

In Bison, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Bison?

In Bison, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bison, SD

Average temperature in October - Bison, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Bison, SD

Average pressure in October - Bison, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bison, SD

Average wind speed in October - Bison, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Bison, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Bison, SD

Average rainfall in October - Bison, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Bison, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bison, SD

Average snowfall in October - Bison, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bison, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Bison, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bison, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Bison, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Bison, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Bison, SD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Bison, SD

Average visibility in October - Bison, 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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