October weather forecast
Lodgepole, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Lodgepole, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). During October, Lodgepole sees a mean low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.2 snowfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lodgepole, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lodgepole in October?

In October, in Lodgepole, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Lodgepole, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lodgepole have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lodgepole have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Lodgepole, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average temperature in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in October
Lodgepole, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average wind speed in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average humidity in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average rainfall in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Lodgepole, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average snowfall in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average UV index in October - Lodgepole, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Lodgepole, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Lodgepole, SD

Average visibility in October - Lodgepole, 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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