October weather forecast
Leola, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Leola, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.2°F (4°C) and max 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Leola's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from September's pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). Leola witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Leola, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Leola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Leola. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Leola, South Dakota, is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Leola is 6.2h.

UV index

In Leola, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Leola in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Leola are 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 39.2°F (4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), 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 Leola?

The average relative humidity in October in Leola, South Dakota, is 65%.

How many days does it rain in October in Leola?

In Leola, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Leola?

October is the first month it typically snows in Leola. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Leola have in October?

In Leola, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Leola?

On the first day of October in Leola, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leola have in October?

In Leola, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Leola?

In Leola, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Leola, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.2°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
Leola, SD

Average pressure in October - Leola, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Leola, SD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Leola, SD

Average humidity in October - Leola, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in October
Leola, SD

Average rainfall in October - Leola, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Leola, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Leola, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Leola, SD

Average snowfall in October - Leola, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Leola, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Leola, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Leola, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Leola, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Leola, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Leola, SD

Average UV index in October - Leola, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Leola, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Leola, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Leola, SD

Average visibility in October - Leola, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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