October weather forecast
Gustave, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Gustave, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 55.4°F (13°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Gustave's weather experiences a distinct temperature drop, moving from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Throughout October, Gustave anticipates an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Gustave, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gustave are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Gustave, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Gustave, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gustave, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Gustave, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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 Gustave?

The high-temperature, in October, in Gustave, records 55.4°F (13°C), while the low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Gustave?

In October, the average relative humidity in Gustave, South Dakota, is 59%.

How much does it rain in Gustave in October?

In Gustave, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Gustave?

October is the first month it typically snows in Gustave, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gustave have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Gustave?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Gustave?

The average sunshine duration in October in Gustave is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Gustave?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gustave, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Gustave, SD

Average temperature in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Gustave, SD

Average pressure in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Gustave, SD

Average wind speed in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Gustave, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Gustave, SD

Average rainfall in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Gustave, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gustave, SD

Average snowfall in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gustave, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gustave, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gustave, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Gustave, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Gustave, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Gustave, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Gustave, SD

Average visibility in October - Gustave, 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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