October weather forecast
Black Horse, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Black Horse, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Black Horse experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Black Horse experiences an average nighttime temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Black Horse, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Black Horse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

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. In Black Horse, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Black Horse, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Black Horse, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Black Horse, 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. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

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

When does it start snowing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Black Horse have in October?

In October, the average day length in Black Horse is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Black Horse is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Black Horse, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Black Horse, SD

Average temperature in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average pressure in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average wind speed in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average humidity in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average rainfall in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average snowfall in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Black Horse, 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 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
Black Horse, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average UV index in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Black Horse, 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
Black Horse, SD

Average visibility in October - Black Horse, 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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