October weather forecast
Holmquist, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Holmquist, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.7°F (3.7°C) and max 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

October brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Holmquist observes an average nighttime temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Holmquist, South Dakota, is 68%.

Rainfall

In Holmquist, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Holmquist, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Holmquist, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Holmquist, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Holmquist, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Holmquist, South Dakota, is 5.9h.

UV index

In Holmquist, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Holmquist in October?

October temperatures in Holmquist vary between a high-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and a low-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Holmquist?

The average relative humidity in October in Holmquist is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October in Holmquist?

In Holmquist, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Holmquist?

October is the first month it typically snows in Holmquist, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Holmquist?

On the first day of October in Holmquist, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Holmquist?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Holmquist, South Dakota, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Holmquist?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Holmquist is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Holmquist, SD

Average temperature in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Holmquist, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Holmquist, SD

Average wind speed in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Holmquist, SD

Average humidity in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

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Average rainfall in October
Holmquist, SD

Average rainfall in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Holmquist, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Holmquist, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Holmquist, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Holmquist, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Holmquist, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Holmquist, SD

Average visibility in October - Holmquist, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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