October weather forecast
Pine Ridge, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41°F (5°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

In Pine Ridge, stepping into October signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from September's moderately hot 77°F (25°C) to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). During the nights in October, Pine Ridge observes an average low-temperature of 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 57%.

Rainfall

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pine Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.7 days and collects up to 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In October, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Pine Ridge is 11h and 1min.
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, in Pine Ridge, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Pine Ridge, in October, the average high-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 57%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Pine Ridge, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Pine Ridge, in October, during 2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pine Ridge have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pine Ridge, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Pine Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Pine Ridge, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average pressure in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average wind speed in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average humidity in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average rainfall in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Pine Ridge, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pine Ridge, 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: 7h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average UV index in October - Pine 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Pine Ridge, SD

Average visibility in October - Pine 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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