October weather forecast
Bonesteel, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Bonesteel, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). During October, Bonesteel consistently records a temperature low averaging a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Bonesteel, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In Bonesteel, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Bonesteel. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Bonesteel, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bonesteel, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. 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 is the usual temperature for Bonesteel in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Bonesteel, is 59.7°F (15.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Bonesteel?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in October in Bonesteel?

In Bonesteel, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October in Bonesteel?

In Bonesteel, South Dakota, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Bonesteel?

October is the first month it typically snows in Bonesteel. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bonesteel have in October?

In Bonesteel, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Bonesteel?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Bonesteel?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Bonesteel?

In Bonesteel, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average temperature in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average pressure in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average wind speed in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average humidity in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average rainfall in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average snowfall in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average UV index in October - Bonesteel, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Bonesteel, SD

Average visibility in October - Bonesteel, 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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