October weather forecast
Mansfield, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Mansfield, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Mansfield's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from September's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Mansfield reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) in October.

Humidity

In Mansfield, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In Mansfield, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mansfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) 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 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Mansfield, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Mansfield?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Mansfield, in October, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mansfield have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mansfield have in October?

In Mansfield, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Mansfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mansfield, SD

Average temperature in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Mansfield, SD

Average pressure in October - Mansfield, 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
Mansfield, SD

Average wind speed in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Mansfield, SD

Average humidity in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Mansfield, SD

Average rainfall in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Mansfield, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mansfield, SD

Average snowfall in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mansfield, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mansfield, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mansfield, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Mansfield, SD

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

Average cloud cover in October
Mansfield, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Mansfield, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Mansfield, SD

Average visibility in October - Mansfield, 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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