October weather forecast
Academy, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Academy, 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 shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Academy, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Academy, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) 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 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Academy, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Academy is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Academy, is 58.6°F (14.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Academy, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Academy?

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

How many hours of daylight does Academy have in October?

In Academy, the average day length in October is 11h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Academy?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Academy?

In Academy, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Academy, SD

Average temperature in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average pressure in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average wind speed in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average humidity in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average rainfall in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average snowfall in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average UV index in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Academy, 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
Academy, SD

Average visibility in October - Academy, 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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