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
A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of October, reducing from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). During October, McLaughlin records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.Rainfall
In McLaughlin, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In McLaughlin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in McLaughlin. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In McLaughlin, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.Daylight
In McLaughlin, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in McLaughlin in October?
What is the average humidity in October in McLaughlin?
How many days does it rain in October in McLaughlin?
When does it start to snow in McLaughlin?
What is the average length of the day in October in McLaughlin?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in McLaughlin?
How many hours of sunshine does McLaughlin have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October in McLaughlin?
Average temperature in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in October
McLaughlin, 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
McLaughlin, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
Average humidity in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average humidity in October: 60%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).
Average rainfall in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
McLaughlin, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 21 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).
Average UV index in October
McLaughlin, 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 January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
McLaughlin, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in October
McLaughlin, 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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