October weather forecast
Milesville, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Milesville, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

Milesville witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). During the October nights, an average temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Milesville, South Dakota, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Milesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 16.1" (409mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Milesville, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, in Milesville, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Milesville, the average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

In Milesville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Milesville are 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Milesville, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Milesville, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Milesville. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Milesville, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Milesville have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Milesville, SD

Average temperature in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Milesville, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Milesville, SD

Average wind speed in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Milesville, SD

Average humidity in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Milesville, SD

Average rainfall in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Milesville, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Milesville, SD

Average snowfall in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Milesville, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Milesville, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Milesville, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Milesville, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Milesville, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Milesville, SD

Average visibility in October - Milesville, 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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