October weather forecast
Butler, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Butler, South Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Butler experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Butler records an average nighttime low of 38.7°F (3.7°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Butler, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Butler, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. 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, in Butler, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October, 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 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Butler is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Butler?

October temperatures 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. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Butler?

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

How much does it rain in Butler in October?

In Butler, in October, during 8.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Butler?

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

How many hours of daylight does Butler have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Butler?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Butler, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Butler?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Butler?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Butler is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Butler, SD

Average temperature in October - Butler, 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).

Average pressure in October
Butler, SD

Average pressure in October - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average wind speed in October - Butler, 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).

Average humidity in October
Butler, SD

Average humidity in October - Butler, 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%).

Average rainfall in October
Butler, SD

Average rainfall in October - Butler, 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").

Average rainfall days in October
Butler, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Butler, 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).

Average snowfall in October
Butler, SD

Average snowfall in October - Butler, 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").

Average snowfall days in October
Butler, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Butler, 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).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Butler, 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).

Average sunshine days in October
Butler, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Butler, 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).

Average UV index in October
Butler, SD

Average UV index in October - Butler, 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Butler, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Butler, 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).

Average visibility in October
Butler, SD

Average visibility in October - Butler, 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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