October weather forecast
Lake City, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lake City, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average high of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

Lake City sees a considerable decrease in average high-temperatures during October, falling from a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). Lake City reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Lake City, in October, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lake City. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Lake City, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 20.12" (511mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Lake City, South Dakota, is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Lake City, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lake City, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lake City in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Lake City, is 54.9°F (12.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Lake City?

In October, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lake City?

In Lake City, in October, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Lake City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lake City. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lake City have in October?

In Lake City, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Lake City?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake City have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Lake City, South Dakota, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Lake City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lake City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Lake City, SD

Average temperature in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Lake City, SD

Average pressure in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lake City, SD

Average wind speed in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Lake City, SD

Average humidity in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in October
Lake City, SD

Average rainfall in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Lake City, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lake City, SD

Average snowfall in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lake City, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lake City, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lake City, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Lake City, SD

Average UV index in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lake City, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Lake City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Lake City, SD

Average visibility in October - Lake City, 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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