October weather forecast
Meadow, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Meadow, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). During the month of October, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

In Meadow, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In Meadow, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Meadow, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Meadow, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Meadow, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Meadow, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Meadow?

In Meadow, in October, the average high-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Meadow?

In Meadow, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

How much does it rain in Meadow in October?

In Meadow, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Meadow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Meadow. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meadow have in October?

In Meadow, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Meadow?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Meadow, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Meadow?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Meadow?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Meadow is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Meadow, SD

Average temperature in October - Meadow, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Meadow, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Meadow, SD

Average wind speed in October - Meadow, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Meadow, SD

Average humidity in October - Meadow, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Meadow, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Meadow, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall in October - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.69"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Meadow, 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 August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Meadow, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Meadow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Meadow, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Meadow, SD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Meadow, SD

Average visibility in October - Meadow, 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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