October weather forecast
Mina, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Mina, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Mina witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Mina's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In Mina, South Dakota, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) 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 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 7:34 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mina in October?

Mina in October has an average high-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Mina, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Mina, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Mina, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mina have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Mina is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Mina, SD

Average temperature in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average pressure in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average wind speed in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average humidity in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average rainfall in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average snowfall in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average UV index in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Mina, 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
Mina, SD

Average visibility in October - Mina, 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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