October weather forecast
Box Elder, SD

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Weather in October

October brings the authentic essence of the fall season to Box Elder. The once vividly green landscape now is a picture of mottled golds, browns, and reds. The maximum temperature falls to a comfortable 56.5°F (13.6°C), creating perfect circumstances for enjoying the outdoor beauty. The increasing rainfall, creating a pleasing balance between the afternoon warmth and the cool evenings, enhances the essence of autumn. As the month comes to a close, the city begins its preparation for the impending winter season denoted by shorter days and the dropping mercury levels.

Temperature

The shift from September to October in Box Elder brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Box Elder, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Box Elder, in October, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Box Elder, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Box Elder is 58%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Box Elder, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Box Elder, in October, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Box Elder, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Box Elder?

In Box Elder, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Box Elder, SD

Average temperature in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Box Elder, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Box Elder, SD

Average wind speed in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Box Elder, SD

Average humidity in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in October
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Box Elder, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Box Elder, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Box Elder, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Box Elder, SD

Average UV index in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Box Elder, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Box Elder, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Box Elder, SD

Average visibility in October - Box Elder, 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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