October weather forecast
Carpenter, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Carpenter, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average high of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

Carpenter, South Dakota, in October showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). In Carpenter, the October nights cool down to an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In Carpenter, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In Carpenter, in October, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carpenter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Carpenter, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Carpenter, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
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. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Carpenter, 57.9°F (14.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Carpenter, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Carpenter, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carpenter have in October?

In Carpenter, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Carpenter, SD

Average temperature in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Carpenter, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Carpenter, SD

Average wind speed in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Carpenter, SD

Average humidity in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in October
Carpenter, SD

Average rainfall in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Carpenter, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Carpenter, SD

Average snowfall in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Carpenter, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Carpenter, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Carpenter, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Carpenter, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Carpenter, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Carpenter, SD

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

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

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