October weather forecast
Ludlow, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ludlow, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

As Ludlow transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Ludlow experiences a steady low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Ludlow, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Ludlow, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Ludlow, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In Ludlow, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Ludlow, in October, the average high-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Ludlow is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Ludlow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Ludlow, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Ludlow, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ludlow, SD

Average temperature in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Ludlow, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ludlow, SD

Average wind speed in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Ludlow, SD

Average humidity in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Ludlow, SD

Average rainfall in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Ludlow, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ludlow, SD

Average snowfall in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ludlow, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ludlow, 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 August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ludlow, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Ludlow, SD

Average UV index in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ludlow, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Ludlow, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Ludlow, SD

Average visibility in October - Ludlow, 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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