October weather forecast
Highmore, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Highmore, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average high of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). Highmore reports an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Highmore is 63%.

Rainfall

In Highmore, during October, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Highmore, South Dakota, there are 97.3 rainfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Highmore. October is the first month it typically snows in Highmore. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Highmore, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 16.06" (408mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, in Highmore, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Highmore is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Highmore, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Highmore in October?

The high-temperature in Highmore during October is 56.8°F (13.8°C) and the low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Highmore?

The average relative humidity in October in Highmore, South Dakota, is 63%.

How much does it rain in Highmore in October?

In Highmore, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Highmore?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Highmore?

In Highmore, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Highmore?

On the first day of October in Highmore, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Highmore?

The average sunshine duration in October in Highmore, South Dakota, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Highmore?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Highmore, SD

Average temperature in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°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 (9.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Highmore, SD

Average pressure in October - Highmore, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Highmore, SD

Average wind speed in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Highmore, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Highmore, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Highmore, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Highmore, SD

Average snowfall in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Highmore, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Highmore, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Highmore, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Highmore, SD

Average UV index in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Highmore, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Highmore, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Highmore, SD

Average visibility in October - Highmore, 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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