October weather forecast
Murdo, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Murdo, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 42.8°F (6°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In Murdo, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In Murdo, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.5 rainfall days, and 13.7" (348mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October in Murdo, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Murdo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Murdo?

During October, Murdo experiences an average high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and a low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Murdo, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Murdo have in October?

In Murdo, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Murdo, SD

Average temperature in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Murdo, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Murdo, SD

Average wind speed in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Murdo, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Murdo, SD

Average rainfall in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Murdo, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Murdo, SD

Average snowfall in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Murdo, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Murdo, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Murdo, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Murdo, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Murdo, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
Murdo, SD

Average visibility in October - Murdo, 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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