October weather forecast
Draper, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Draper, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average low of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The start of October brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). During October, Draper records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In Draper, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In Draper, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Draper, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.5 days and collects up to 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Draper. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Draper, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.4 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Draper, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Draper, is 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Draper, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Draper have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Draper have in October?

In Draper, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Draper, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Draper, SD

Average wind speed in October - Draper, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Draper, SD

Average humidity in October - Draper, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Draper, SD

Average rainfall in October - Draper, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Draper, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Draper, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Draper, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Draper, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Draper, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Draper, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Draper, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Draper, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Draper, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
Draper, SD

Average visibility in October - Draper, 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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