October weather forecast
Roswell, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Roswell, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C). In Roswell, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) during October.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Roswell, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) 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 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Roswell, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Roswell, records 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Roswell, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Roswell, in October, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Roswell have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Roswell, SD

Average temperature in October - Roswell, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°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 (10.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Roswell, SD

Average pressure in October - Roswell, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Roswell, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Roswell, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in October
Roswell, SD

Average rainfall in October - Roswell, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Roswell, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Roswell, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Roswell, SD

Average snowfall in October - Roswell, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Roswell, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Roswell, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Roswell, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Roswell, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Roswell, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Roswell, SD

Average UV index in October - Roswell, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Roswell, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Roswell, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Roswell, SD

Average visibility in October - Roswell, 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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