October weather forecast
Edgemont, SD

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Weather in October

October in Edgemont is characterized by the autumnal fall, with vibrant foliage, shorter days, and a significant reduction in temperature. The month remains relatively dry, with minimal rainfall and low humidity, causing the lush summer landscapes to transform into a palette of gold, orange, and red. The decreasing daylight and reduced sunshine hours are reflective of the impending winter. Notably, it's in October that the average high temperature plunges to 57.6°F (14.2°C). As Halloween approaches towards the end of the month, the weather starts to adapt to the approaching winter chill.

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of October, reducing from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C). October brings Edgemont a consistent average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 57%.

Rainfall

In Edgemont, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.8 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Edgemont, South Dakota, in October, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Edgemont, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.2 days and aggregates up to 23.19" (589mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Edgemont, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Edgemont, 57.6°F (14.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.6°F (4.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 57%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Edgemont, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Edgemont, in October, during 2.5 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Edgemont have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Edgemont have in October?

In Edgemont, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Edgemont, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Edgemont, SD

Average wind speed in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Edgemont, SD

Average humidity in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Edgemont, SD

Average rainfall in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Edgemont, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Edgemont, SD

Average snowfall in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.56"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Edgemont, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Edgemont, 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: 7h and 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Edgemont, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Edgemont, SD

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Edgemont, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Edgemont, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Edgemont, SD

Average visibility in October - Edgemont, 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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