October weather forecast
Watauga, SD

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Weather in October

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

Temperature

As Watauga steps into October, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) of September to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). In the month of October, an average of 39.4°F (4.1°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Watauga. October is the first month it typically snows in Watauga. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Watauga, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Watauga, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Watauga, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Watauga in October?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Watauga?

In October, the average relative humidity in Watauga, South Dakota, is 60%.

How much does it rain in Watauga in October?

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

When does it start to snow in Watauga?

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

How many hours of daylight does Watauga have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Watauga?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Watauga?

In Watauga, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Watauga?

In Watauga, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Watauga, SD

Average temperature in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average pressure in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average wind speed in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average humidity in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average rainfall in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average snowfall in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average UV index in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Watauga, 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
Watauga, SD

Average visibility in October - Watauga, 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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