October weather forecast
Farmer, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Farmer, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

October is marked by a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). The average temperature during October nights dips to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Farmer, in October, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Farmer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Farmer, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Farmer, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Farmer, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Farmer?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Farmer, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmer have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Farmer, SD

Average pressure in October - Farmer, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Farmer, SD

Average wind speed in October - Farmer, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Farmer, SD

Average humidity in October - Farmer, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in October
Farmer, SD

Average rainfall in October - Farmer, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Farmer, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Farmer, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Farmer, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Farmer, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Farmer, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Farmer, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Farmer, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Farmer, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Farmer, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Farmer, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Farmer, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Farmer, SD

Average visibility in October - Farmer, 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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