October weather forecast
Raymond, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Raymond, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average high of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

October's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). Raymond's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Raymond, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In Raymond, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Raymond, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Raymond have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Raymond have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Raymond, SD

Average temperature in October - Raymond, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Raymond, SD

Average pressure in October - Raymond, 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
Raymond, SD

Average wind speed in October - Raymond, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Raymond, SD

Average humidity in October - Raymond, 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
Raymond, SD

Average rainfall in October - Raymond, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Raymond, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Raymond, SD

Average snowfall in October - Raymond, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Raymond, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Raymond, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Raymond, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Raymond, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Raymond, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Raymond, SD

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

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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Raymond, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Raymond, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Raymond, SD

Average visibility in October - Raymond, 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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