October weather forecast
Wakonda, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Wakonda, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The drop of average high-temperatures is noticeable in October, with a decrease from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C). In October, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 64%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Wakonda, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Wakonda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Wakonda, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wakonda, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Wakonda, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 59.4°F (15.2°C) and the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Wakonda, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Wakonda, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Wakonda?

In October, the average day length in Wakonda is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wakonda have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Wakonda, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Wakonda, SD

Average temperature in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Wakonda, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wakonda, SD

Average wind speed in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Wakonda, SD

Average humidity in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Wakonda, SD

Average rainfall in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Wakonda, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wakonda, SD

Average snowfall in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wakonda, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wakonda, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Wakonda, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Wakonda, SD

Average UV index in October - Wakonda, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Wakonda, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Wakonda, SD

Average visibility in October - Wakonda, 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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