October weather forecast
Virgil, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Virgil, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The transition from September to October brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). Throughout the month of October, Virgil sees a steady low-temperature average of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Virgil is 63%.

Rainfall

In Virgil, in October, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Virgil. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Virgil, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Virgil, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Virgil, South Dakota, is 6.5h.

UV index

In Virgil, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Virgil?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Virgil?

The average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How much does it rain in Virgil in October?

In Virgil, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Virgil?

October is the first month it typically snows in Virgil. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Virgil have in October?

In Virgil, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Virgil?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Virgil have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Virgil is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Virgil?

In Virgil, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Virgil, SD

Average temperature in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Virgil, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Virgil, SD

Average wind speed in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Virgil, SD

Average humidity in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in October
Virgil, SD

Average rainfall in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Virgil, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Virgil, SD

Average snowfall in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Virgil, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Virgil, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Virgil, SD

Average UV index in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Virgil, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Virgil, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Virgil, SD

Average visibility in October - Virgil, 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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