October weather forecast
Dolton, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dolton, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from September's warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). Dolton experiences a consistent average temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Dolton, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dolton, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) 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 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Dolton, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 19.33" (491mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dolton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dolton, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Dolton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dolton are 57.2°F (14°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dolton, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Dolton. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Dolton, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Dolton, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dolton, SD

Average temperature in October - Dolton, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°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 (9.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Dolton, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Dolton, SD

Average wind speed in October - Dolton, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Dolton, SD

Average humidity in October - Dolton, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Dolton, SD

Average rainfall in October - Dolton, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Dolton, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dolton, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dolton, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dolton, 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: 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dolton, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Dolton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Dolton, SD

Average UV index in October - Dolton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Dolton, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Dolton, SD

Average visibility in October - Dolton, 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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