October weather forecast
Mission Ridge, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Mission Ridge, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

As Mission Ridge transitions into October, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). Mission Ridge's average low-temperature in October is measured at a chilly 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Mission Ridge, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.5 rainfall days, and 13.7" (348mm) 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 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mission Ridge, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mission Ridge, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Mission Ridge, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Mission Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Mission Ridge?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and a low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Mission Ridge, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Mission Ridge, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Mission Ridge, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Mission Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average temperature in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Mission Ridge, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Mission Ridge, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average humidity in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average rainfall in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average snowfall in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mission Ridge, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average UV index in October - Mission Ridge, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average visibility in October - Mission Ridge, 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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