October weather forecast
Orient, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Orient, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

As Orient welcomes October, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). In Orient, in October, the average low-temperature is an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In Orient, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In Orient, during October, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orient, South Dakota, there are 97.3 rainfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Orient. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Orient is 6.4h.

UV index

In Orient, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Orient, the average high-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in Orient?

In Orient, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Orient, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orient have in October?

In Orient, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Orient, SD

Average temperature in October - Orient, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°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 (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Orient, SD

Average pressure in October - Orient, 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
Orient, SD

Average wind speed in October - Orient, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Orient, SD

Average humidity in October - Orient, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Orient, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Orient, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Orient, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Orient, SD

Average snowfall in October - Orient, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Orient, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Orient, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Orient, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Orient, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Orient, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Orient, SD

Average UV index in October - Orient, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Orient, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Orient, SD

Average visibility in October - Orient, 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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