October weather forecast
Kennebec, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Kennebec, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.6°F (14.8°C) and min 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Kennebec encounters a steady low-temperature average of 42.4°F (5.8°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Kennebec, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In Kennebec, in October, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kennebec in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Kennebec, is 58.6°F (14.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Kennebec, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October in Kennebec?

In Kennebec, in October, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Kennebec?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kennebec have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kennebec, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kennebec have in October?

In Kennebec, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October
Kennebec, SD

Average temperature in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Kennebec, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Kennebec, SD

Average wind speed in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Kennebec, SD

Average humidity in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Kennebec, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Kennebec, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

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

Average snowfall in October
Kennebec, SD

Average snowfall in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kennebec, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kennebec, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kennebec, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Kennebec, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Kennebec, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Kennebec, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Kennebec, SD

Average visibility in October - Kennebec, 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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