October weather forecast
Onida, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Onida, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

October signals a considerable drop in Onida's average high-temperature, reducing from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Onida records an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Onida, South Dakota, is 62%.

Rainfall

In Onida, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) 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 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Onida, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October in Onida, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Onida, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Onida in October?

Onida in October has an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Onida?

The average relative humidity in October in Onida, South Dakota, is 62%.

How many days does it rain in October in Onida?

In Onida, in October, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Onida?

October is the first month it typically snows in Onida, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Onida?

The average day length in October in Onida is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Onida?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Onida have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Onida, South Dakota, is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Onida?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Onida is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Onida, SD

Average temperature in October - Onida, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°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 (9.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Onida, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Onida, SD

Average wind speed in October - Onida, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Onida, SD

Average humidity in October - Onida, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in October
Onida, SD

Average rainfall in October - Onida, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Onida, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Onida, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Onida, SD

Average snowfall in October - Onida, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Onida, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Onida, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Onida, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Onida, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Onida, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Onida, SD

Average UV index in October - Onida, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Onida, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Onida, SD

Average visibility in October - Onida, 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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