October weather forecast
Westport, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Westport, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear drop in October, the average high-temperature declines from September's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). During the October nights, an average temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is observed in Westport.

Humidity

In Westport, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In Westport, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westport, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Westport. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Westport, South Dakota, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Westport, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, in Westport, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Westport is 6.4h.

UV index

In Westport, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Westport in October?

In October, in Westport, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Westport?

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

How much does it rain in Westport in October?

In October, in Westport, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Westport?

October is the first month it typically snows in Westport. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westport have in October?

In Westport, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Westport?

On the first day of October in Westport, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Westport?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Westport?

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

Average temperature in October - Westport, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Westport, SD

Average pressure in October - Westport, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"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
Westport, SD

Average wind speed in October - Westport, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Westport, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Westport, SD

Average rainfall in October - Westport, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Westport, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Westport, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Westport, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Westport, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Westport, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Westport, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Westport, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Westport, SD

Average UV index in October - Westport, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Westport, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Westport, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Westport, SD

Average visibility in October - Westport, 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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