October weather forecast
Quinn, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Quinn, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

With the transition into October, Quinn experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). Quinn's nighttime temperature in October falls to an average of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In Quinn, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Quinn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Quinn, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 16.1" (409mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Quinn in October?

In October, in Quinn, the average high-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Quinn, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Quinn, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Quinn. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Quinn have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Quinn have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Quinn, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Quinn, SD

Average temperature in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Quinn, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Quinn, SD

Average wind speed in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Quinn, SD

Average humidity in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Quinn, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Quinn, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Quinn, SD

Average snowfall in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Quinn, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Quinn, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Quinn, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Quinn, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Quinn, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Quinn, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Quinn, SD

Average visibility in October - Quinn, 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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