October weather forecast
Columbia, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Columbia, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of October, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). In October, Columbia encounters an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, South Dakota, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbia, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Columbia, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Columbia is 6.4h.

UV index

In Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Columbia?

During October, Columbia experiences an average high-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and a low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Columbia?

In Columbia, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How much does it rain in Columbia in October?

In Columbia, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Columbia?

October is the first month it typically snows in Columbia, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Columbia?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Columbia is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Columbia?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbia, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Columbia, SD

Average temperature in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Columbia, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Columbia, SD

Average wind speed in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Columbia, SD

Average humidity in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Columbia, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Columbia, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Columbia, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Columbia, SD

Average UV index in October - Columbia, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Columbia, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Columbia, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Columbia, SD

Average visibility in October - Columbia, 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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