October weather forecast
Lily, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lily, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.7°F (3.7°C) and max 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

Lily in October sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Throughout October, Lily's nights cool down to an average of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In Lily, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In October, in Lily, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout October, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lily. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lily, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Lily is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Lily, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lily, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Lily is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to 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 Lily in October?

In Lily, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.7°F (3.7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Lily?

In Lily, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lily?

In Lily, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Lily?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lily, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Lily?

The average day length in October in Lily, South Dakota, is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lily?

On the first day of October in Lily, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lily have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Lily is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Lily?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Lily, South Dakota, 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
Lily, SD

Average temperature in October - Lily, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in October
Lily, SD

Average pressure in October - Lily, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"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
Lily, SD

Average wind speed in October - Lily, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Lily, SD

Average humidity in October - Lily, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Lily, SD

Average rainfall in October - Lily, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Lily, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Lily, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lily, SD

Average snowfall in October - Lily, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lily, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Lily, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lily, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lily, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Lily, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Lily, SD

Average UV index in October - Lily, 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
Lily, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Lily, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Lily, SD

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

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

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