October weather forecast
Oelrichs, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Oelrichs, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.6°F (14.2°C) and min 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as September gives way to October, with average highs moving from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) to a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C). Oelrichs's nighttime temperature in October falls to an average of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Oelrichs is 57%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oelrichs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.8 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Oelrichs, South Dakota, in October, during 2.5 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oelrichs, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.2 days and aggregates up to 23.19" (589mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oelrichs, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In Oelrichs, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Oelrichs, is 57.6°F (14.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Oelrichs, the average relative humidity in October is 57%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Oelrichs, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Oelrichs, in October, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average temperature in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Oelrichs, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average wind speed in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average humidity in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average rainfall in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Oelrichs, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average snowfall in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.56"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average UV index in October - Oelrichs, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Oelrichs, SD

Average visibility in October - Oelrichs, 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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