October weather forecast
Thunder Hawk, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.7°F (12.6°C) and min 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). The average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is witnessed in Thunder Hawk during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Thunder Hawk is 60%.

Rainfall

In Thunder Hawk, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Thunder Hawk. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Thunder Hawk, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Thunder Hawk, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Thunder Hawk, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Thunder Hawk is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Thunder Hawk is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Thunder Hawk?

In October, in Thunder Hawk, the average high-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Thunder Hawk?

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How much does it rain in Thunder Hawk in October?

In Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Thunder Hawk?

October is the first month it typically snows in Thunder Hawk. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Thunder Hawk?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Thunder Hawk?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thunder Hawk, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thunder Hawk have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Thunder Hawk is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Thunder Hawk?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average temperature in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average pressure in October - Thunder Hawk, 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
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average wind speed in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average humidity in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average rainfall in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average snowfall in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average UV index in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

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
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average visibility in October - Thunder Hawk, 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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