October weather forecast
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Colonial Pine Hills, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.9°F (4.4°C) and max 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). Throughout October nights, Colonial Pine Hills experiences a consistent temperature average of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Pine Hills, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Colonial Pine Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In October, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Colonial Pine Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October in Colonial Pine Hills, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In Colonial Pine Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. 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. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Colonial Pine Hills during October are 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Colonial Pine Hills, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Colonial Pine Hills, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In October, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Colonial Pine Hills?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Colonial Pine Hills, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average temperature in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average pressure in October - Colonial Pine Hills, 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
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average wind speed in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average humidity in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average rainfall in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average snowfall in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Colonial Pine Hills, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average UV index in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Colonial Pine Hills, SD

Average visibility in October - Colonial Pine Hills, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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