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
The shift into October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). Throughout October, Rapid Valley records an average temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Rapid Valley is 58%.Rainfall
In Rapid Valley, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rapid Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Rapid Valley, during October, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Rapid Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Rapid Valley, South Dakota, is 10h and 59min.On the first day of October in Rapid Valley, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Rapid Valley, the average sunshine in October is 7.3h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Rapid Valley is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Rapid Valley in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Rapid Valley?
How much does it rain in Rapid Valley in October?
How many days does it snow in October in Rapid Valley?
How many hours of daylight does Rapid Valley have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Rapid Valley?
How many hours of sunshine does Rapid Valley have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Rapid Valley?
Average temperature in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average humidity in October: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).
Average rainfall in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rapid Valley, 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: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Rapid Valley, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in October
Rapid Valley, 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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