Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from September's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). During October, Elkton's temperature averages to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) at night.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.Rainfall
In Elkton, in October, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elkton are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Elkton, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.1 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in October?
What is the least humid month?
What is the average humidity in October in Elkton?
How many days does it rain in October?
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What is the average length of the day in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
How long on average sun shines in October?
What is the UV index reading in October?
Average temperature in October
Elkton, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Elkton, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Elkton, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Elkton, SD
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Elkton, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Elkton, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elkton, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elkton, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elkton, SD
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elkton, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Elkton, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Elkton, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Elkton, 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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