October weather forecast
Lowry, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Lowry, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, Lowry's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). An average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) is observed during the October nights.

Humidity

In Lowry, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In Lowry, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lowry. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lowry, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Lowry, in October, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lowry?

In Lowry, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lowry have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lowry have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in October
Lowry, SD

Average temperature in October - Lowry, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°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 (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Lowry, SD

Average pressure in October - Lowry, 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
Lowry, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Lowry, SD

Average humidity in October - Lowry, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in October
Lowry, SD

Average rainfall in October - Lowry, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Lowry, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Lowry, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lowry, SD

Average snowfall in October - Lowry, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lowry, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Lowry, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lowry, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lowry, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Lowry, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Lowry, SD

Average UV index in October - Lowry, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lowry, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Lowry, SD

Average visibility in October - Lowry, 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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