October weather forecast
Davis, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Davis, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

In October, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Davis, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Davis, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 12.76" (324mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Davis, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Davis, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Davis?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Davis, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Davis have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Davis, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Davis, SD

Average temperature in October - Davis, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Davis, SD

Average pressure in October - Davis, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Davis, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Davis, SD

Average humidity in October - Davis, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Davis, SD

Average rainfall in October - Davis, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Davis, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Davis, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Davis, SD

Average snowfall in October - Davis, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Davis, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Davis, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Davis, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Davis, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Davis, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Davis, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Davis, SD

Average UV index in October - Davis, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Davis, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Davis, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Davis, SD

Average visibility in October - Davis, 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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