October weather forecast
Central City, SD

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Weather in October

October sees the full arrival of autumn, with an increased transformation of greenery into hues of gold and red. It bears a cooler weather pattern when compared to September, starting with mild conditions that slowly transit into typical fall weather. Wind speeds increase slightly, adding to the fall atmosphere with golden leaves swirling in the breeze. October weather provides the perfect backdrop for fall activities like apple picking and leaf-peeping. Despite the falling temperatures, the vibrant color palette makes it one of the most picturesque times of the year.

Temperature

In Central City, the onset of October is marked by a decreased average high-temperature, declining from September's pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). Central City's average low-temperature in October is measured at a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Central City, in October, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Central City, in October, during 4.7 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.6 snowfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

During October, Central City experiences an average high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Central City, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Central City, in October, during 4.7 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Central City, 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 6:53 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Central City?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Central City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Central City, SD

Average temperature in October - Central City, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Central City, SD

Average pressure in October - Central City, 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
Central City, SD

Average wind speed in October - Central City, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Central City, SD

Average humidity in October - Central City, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Central City, SD

Average rainfall in October - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Central City, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Central City, SD

Average snowfall in October - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Central City, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Central City, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Central City, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Central City, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Central City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Central City, SD

Average UV index in October - Central City, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Central City, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Central City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Central City, SD

Average visibility in October - Central City, 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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