October weather forecast
Lebanon, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Lebanon, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

With the transition into October, Lebanon experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). During October, Lebanon sees a mean low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Lebanon is 62%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lebanon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Lebanon, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lebanon, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Lebanon?

In Lebanon, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lebanon have in October?

In Lebanon, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Lebanon, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Lebanon?

The average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Lebanon, SD

Average temperature in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Lebanon, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Lebanon, SD

Average wind speed in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Lebanon, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in October
Lebanon, SD

Average rainfall in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Lebanon, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lebanon, SD

Average snowfall in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lebanon, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lebanon, 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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lebanon, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Lebanon, SD

Average UV index in October - Lebanon, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lebanon, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Lebanon, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Lebanon, SD

Average visibility in October - Lebanon, 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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