October weather forecast
Pukwana, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Pukwana, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

With the transition into October, Pukwana experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). Pukwana observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Pukwana, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Pukwana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Pukwana, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pukwana, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In Pukwana, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pukwana in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Pukwana, is 58.6°F (14.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Pukwana?

In Pukwana, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pukwana have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Pukwana, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Pukwana, SD

Average temperature in October - Pukwana, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Pukwana, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Pukwana, SD

Average wind speed in October - Pukwana, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Pukwana, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Pukwana, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Pukwana, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Pukwana, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pukwana, SD

Average snowfall in October - Pukwana, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pukwana, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Pukwana, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pukwana, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pukwana, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Pukwana, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Pukwana, SD

Average UV index in October - Pukwana, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Pukwana, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Pukwana, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Pukwana, SD

Average visibility in October - Pukwana, 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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