October weather forecast
Red Elm, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Red Elm, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

As Red Elm transitions into October, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C). Throughout October, Red Elm witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In Red Elm, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Red Elm, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Red Elm, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.7 days and collects up to 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Red Elm, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Red Elm, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

In Red Elm, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Red Elm in October?

The high-temperature during October is 56.7°F (13.7°C) and the low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Red Elm, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Red Elm have in October?

In Red Elm, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Elm have in October?

In Red Elm, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Red Elm, SD

Average temperature in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Red Elm, SD

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Red Elm, SD

Average wind speed in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Red Elm, SD

Average humidity in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Red Elm, SD

Average rainfall in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Red Elm, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Red Elm, SD

Average snowfall in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Red Elm, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Red Elm, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Red Elm, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Red Elm, SD

Average UV index in October - Red Elm, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Red Elm, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Red Elm, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

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
Red Elm, SD

Average visibility in October - Red Elm, 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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