October weather forecast
Bradley, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Bradley, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). In October, the temperature drops to an average of 38.7°F (3.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Bradley, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Bradley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bradley are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Bradley, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.4 days and aggregates up to 23.74" (603mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bradley, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Bradley, the average high-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Bradley, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bradley, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bradley have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bradley have in October?

In Bradley, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in October
Bradley, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bradley, SD

Average wind speed in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Bradley, SD

Average humidity in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Bradley, SD

Average rainfall in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Bradley, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bradley, SD

Average snowfall in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Bradley, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bradley, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bradley, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Bradley, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bradley, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Bradley, SD

Average visibility in October - Bradley, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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