October weather forecast
West Britton, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in West Britton, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

October witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). West Britton records a steady low-temperature average of 39.6°F (4.2°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In West Britton, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In West Britton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in West Britton. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.5 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, in West Britton, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In West Britton, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In West Britton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in West Britton, is 54.7°F (12.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In West Britton, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in West Britton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in West Britton, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
West Britton, SD

Average temperature in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in October
West Britton, SD

Average pressure in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
West Britton, SD

Average wind speed in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
West Britton, SD

Average humidity in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in October
West Britton, SD

Average rainfall in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
West Britton, SD

Average rainfall days in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Britton, SD

Average snowfall in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Britton, SD

Average snowfall days in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Britton, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Britton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Britton, SD

Average sunshine days in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
West Britton, SD

Average UV index in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
West Britton, SD

Average cloud cover in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
West Britton, SD

Average visibility in October - West Britton, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

West Britton, South Dakota, USA

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