October weather forecast
Colman, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Colman, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in October, moving down from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). In the month of October, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month in Colman.

Rainfall

In Colman, during October, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Colman, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Colman, South Dakota, there are 53.1 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Colman, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Colman, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Colman is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Colman?

In Colman, 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.1°F (4.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Colman?

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month in Colman, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in October in Colman?

The average relative humidity in October in Colman is 68%.

How much does it rain in Colman in October?

In Colman, in October, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Colman?

October is the first month it typically snows in Colman. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Colman?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Colman?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Colman?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Colman?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Colman, South Dakota, 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 temperature in October
Colman, SD

Average temperature in October - Colman, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Colman, SD

Average pressure in October - Colman, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Colman, SD

Average wind speed in October - Colman, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Colman, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Colman, SD

Average rainfall in October - Colman, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Colman, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Colman, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colman, SD

Average snowfall in October - Colman, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colman, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Colman, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Colman, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Colman, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Colman, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Colman, SD

Average UV index in October - Colman, 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
Colman, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Colman, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Colman, SD

Average visibility in October - Colman, 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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