October weather forecast
Aberdeen, SD

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During winter, snow cover is seen all over the area in Aberdeen City, South Dakota
During winter, snow cover is seen all over the area in Aberdeen City, South Dakota

Weather in October

The crisp weather of October in Aberdeen unfolds a breathtaking palette of rich and vibrant colors. Snow makes a reappearance with 0.51" (13mm) falling during this month. The wind picks up a bit, rustling the fallen leaves and creating picturesque views. It is a typical autumn month, marked by falling leaves and cooling temperatures. October's weather is a symphony of colors that transforms the landscape of Aberdeen.

Temperature

As October begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout October, Aberdeen records an average temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Aberdeen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) 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 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Aberdeen is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Aberdeen, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Aberdeen is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature during October is 56.3°F (13.5°C) and the low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Aberdeen, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Aberdeen have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Aberdeen, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Aberdeen is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average temperature in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average pressure in October - Aberdeen, 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).

Average wind speed in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average wind speed in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average humidity in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average rainfall in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Aberdeen, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average snowfall in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Aberdeen, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Aberdeen, SD

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

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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Aberdeen, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Aberdeen, SD

Average visibility in October - Aberdeen, 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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