October weather forecast
Martin, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Martin, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

October's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 41°F (5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Martin, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Martin, South Dakota, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Martin, during October, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.3 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, in Martin, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Martin, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Martin?

The average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Martin, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Martin, in October, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Martin have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Martin have in October?

In Martin, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Martin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Martin, SD

Average temperature in October - Martin, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Martin, SD

Average pressure in October - Martin, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Martin, SD

Average wind speed in October - Martin, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Martin, SD

Average humidity in October - Martin, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Martin, SD

Average rainfall in October - Martin, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Martin, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Martin, SD

Average snowfall in October - Martin, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Martin, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Martin, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Martin, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Martin, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Martin, SD

Average UV index in October - Martin, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Martin, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Martin, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Martin, SD

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

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

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