October weather forecast
Napa Junction, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Napa Junction, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

October brings with it a considerable temperature decrease, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). During October, Napa Junction's temperature averages to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In Napa Junction, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Napa Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Napa Junction, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In Napa Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in October in Napa Junction?

The average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Napa Junction, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Napa Junction have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average temperature in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°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 (12.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Napa Junction, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average wind speed in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average humidity in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average rainfall in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average snowfall in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Napa Junction, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average UV index in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Napa Junction, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Napa Junction, SD

Average visibility in October - Napa Junction, 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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