October weather forecast
Ipswich, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ipswich, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

In Ipswich, the average high-temperature in October drops, from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September, to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). An average temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is recorded in Ipswich during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In Ipswich, in October, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ipswich, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Ipswich, in October, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Ipswich, in October, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ipswich have in October?

In Ipswich, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Ipswich, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ipswich, SD

Average temperature in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Ipswich, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ipswich, SD

Average wind speed in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Ipswich, SD

Average humidity in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

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

Average rainfall in October
Ipswich, SD

Average rainfall in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Ipswich, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ipswich, SD

Average snowfall in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ipswich, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ipswich, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Ipswich, SD

Average UV index in October - Ipswich, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Ipswich, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Ipswich, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Ipswich, SD

Average visibility in October - Ipswich, 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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