October weather forecast
Owanka, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Owanka, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Owanka experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). Owanka, in October, experiences an average temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Owanka, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Owanka, during October, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Owanka, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Owanka is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Owanka, the average high-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Owanka is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Owanka, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Owanka, in October, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Owanka have in October?

In Owanka, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Owanka?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Owanka?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

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 moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Owanka, SD

Average temperature in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Owanka, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Owanka, SD

Average wind speed in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Owanka, SD

Average humidity in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in October
Owanka, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Owanka, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Owanka, SD

Average snowfall in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Owanka, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Owanka, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Owanka, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Owanka, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Owanka, SD

Average visibility in October - Owanka, 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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