October weather forecast
Reliance, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Reliance, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). Throughout October, the temperature in Reliance tends to fall to a consistent average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In October, in Reliance, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Reliance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Reliance, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Reliance, South Dakota, is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of October, in Reliance, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Reliance is 6.8h.

UV index

In Reliance, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Reliance in October?

The high-temperature during October is 58.6°F (14.8°C) and the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Reliance?

In October, the average relative humidity in Reliance is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October in Reliance?

In October, in Reliance, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Reliance?

October is the first month it typically snows in Reliance. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

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

In Reliance, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Reliance?

On the first day of October in Reliance, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Reliance?

In Reliance, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Reliance?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Reliance, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Reliance, SD

Average temperature in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Reliance, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Reliance, SD

Average wind speed in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Reliance, SD

Average humidity in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Reliance, SD

Average rainfall in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Reliance, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Reliance, SD

Average snowfall in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Reliance, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Reliance, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Reliance, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Reliance, SD

Average UV index in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Reliance, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Reliance, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Reliance, SD

Average visibility in October - Reliance, 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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