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
As Hitchcock welcomes October, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). Hitchcock, in October, observes a steady average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).Humidity
In Hitchcock, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.Rainfall
In Hitchcock, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Hitchcock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Hitchcock, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 18.66" (474mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Hitchcock, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 57.9°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 (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Hitchcock, 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
Hitchcock, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Hitchcock, 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
Hitchcock, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in October
Hitchcock, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Hitchcock, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Hitchcock, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hitchcock, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Hitchcock, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Hitchcock, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Hitchcock, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Hitchcock, 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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