October weather forecast
Chancellor, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Chancellor, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during October drops from September's warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Chancellor, in October, observes a steady average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 66%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Chancellor, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chancellor. October is the first month it typically snows in Chancellor, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Chancellor, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 12.76" (324mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Chancellor is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Chancellor?

In October, in Chancellor, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Chancellor?

The least humid month in Chancellor is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October in Chancellor?

The average relative humidity in October in Chancellor, South Dakota, is 66%.

How much does it rain in Chancellor in October?

In Chancellor, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Chancellor?

October is the first month it typically snows in Chancellor, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chancellor have in October?

In Chancellor, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Chancellor?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Chancellor?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Chancellor?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Chancellor is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Chancellor, SD

Average temperature in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Chancellor, SD

Average pressure in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Chancellor, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Chancellor, SD

Average humidity in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Chancellor, SD

Average rainfall in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Chancellor, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Chancellor, SD

Average snowfall in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Chancellor, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Chancellor, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Chancellor, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Chancellor, SD

Average UV index in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Chancellor, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Chancellor, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Chancellor, SD

Average visibility in October - Chancellor, 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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