October weather forecast
Kadoka, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Kadoka, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.2°F (15.1°C) and min 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into October is marked by a considerable temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature dropping from a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). Kadoka experiences a mean low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) during October.

Humidity

In Kadoka, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

Rainfall

In Kadoka, in October, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kadoka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kadoka, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In Kadoka, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Kadoka, is 59.2°F (15.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Kadoka, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Kadoka, in October, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Kadoka?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kadoka have in October?

In Kadoka, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Kadoka, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Kadoka, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Kadoka, SD

Average wind speed in October - Kadoka, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Kadoka, SD

Average humidity in October - Kadoka, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Kadoka, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Kadoka, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Kadoka, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kadoka, SD

Average snowfall in October - Kadoka, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kadoka, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Kadoka, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kadoka, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kadoka, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Kadoka, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Kadoka, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Kadoka, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Kadoka, SD

Average visibility in October - Kadoka, 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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