October weather forecast
Burke, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Burke, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). Throughout the nights in October, Burke experiences an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In Burke, in October, during 8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burke, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Burke, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Burke, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Burke, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Burke, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Burke, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Burke in October?

In Burke, 59.2°F (15.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.8°F (6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Burke?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in Burke in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Burke?

October is the first month it typically snows in Burke, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Burke have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Burke?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burke, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Burke?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Burke?

In Burke, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Burke, SD

Average temperature in October - Burke, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Burke, SD

Average pressure in October - Burke, 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
Burke, SD

Average wind speed in October - Burke, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Burke, SD

Average humidity in October - Burke, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

Average rainfall in October
Burke, SD

Average rainfall in October - Burke, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Burke, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Burke, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Burke, SD

Average snowfall in October - Burke, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Burke, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Burke, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Burke, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Burke, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Burke, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Burke, SD

Average UV index in October - Burke, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Burke, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Burke, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Burke, SD

Average visibility in October - Burke, 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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