October weather forecast
Prairie City, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Prairie City, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Prairie City, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.2 snowfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prairie City, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Prairie City, 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Prairie City, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie City have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Prairie City?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Prairie City?

In Prairie City, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Prairie City, SD

Average temperature in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in October
Prairie City, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Prairie City, SD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Prairie City, SD

Average humidity in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in October
Prairie City, SD

Average rainfall in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Prairie City, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Prairie City, SD

Average snowfall in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Prairie City, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Prairie City, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Prairie City, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Prairie City, SD

Average UV index in October - Prairie City, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Prairie City, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Prairie City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Prairie City, SD

Average visibility in October - Prairie City, 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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