October weather forecast
Ferney, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Ferney, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.1°F (4.5°C) and max 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Ferney in October showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Ferney's average low-temperature in October is measured at a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Ferney is 64%.

Rainfall

In Ferney, South Dakota, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ferney, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ferney. October is the first month it typically snows in Ferney, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ferney, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Ferney is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ferney, South Dakota, is 6.4h.

UV index

In Ferney, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Ferney?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Ferney?

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ferney?

In October, in Ferney, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Ferney?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ferney have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Ferney?

On the first day of October in Ferney, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ferney have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Ferney?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ferney, SD

Average temperature in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average pressure in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average wind speed in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average humidity in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average rainfall in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average snowfall in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

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

Average sunshine days in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average UV index in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average visibility in October - Ferney, 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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