October weather forecast
Cavour, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Cavour, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

As Cavour steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). In the month of October, an average of 41.5°F (5.3°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. 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 Cavour, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Cavour is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In Cavour, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cavour, is 57.9°F (14.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.5°F (5.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How much does it rain in Cavour in October?

In Cavour, during October, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Cavour is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Cavour, SD

Average temperature in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average pressure in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average wind speed in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average humidity in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average rainfall in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average snowfall in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average UV index in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average visibility in October - Cavour, 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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