October weather forecast
Buffalo Gap, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average high of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 75.2°F (24°C) to a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C). Buffalo Gap experiences an average low-temperature reading of 39.6°F (4.2°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Buffalo Gap, the average relative humidity in October is 57%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Buffalo Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.8 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo Gap are January through May, September through December. In Buffalo Gap, in October, during 2.5 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buffalo Gap, there are 49.2 snowfall days, and 23.19" (589mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In Buffalo Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Buffalo Gap?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Buffalo Gap, is 57.6°F (14.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Buffalo Gap?

The average relative humidity in October in Buffalo Gap is 57%.

How many days does it rain in October in Buffalo Gap?

In Buffalo Gap, in October, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in Buffalo Gap?

In October, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Buffalo Gap?

The average day length in October is 11h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Buffalo Gap?

On the first day of October in Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Gap have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Buffalo Gap?

In Buffalo Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average temperature in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average wind speed in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average humidity in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average rainfall in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average snowfall in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.56"

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

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Average snowfall days in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Buffalo Gap, 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: 7h and 1min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average UV index in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Buffalo Gap, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in October
Buffalo Gap, SD

Average visibility in October - Buffalo Gap, 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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