October weather forecast
White Butte, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in White Butte, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

October indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). During October nights, White Butte witnesses a consistent average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In October, in White Butte, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in White Butte, South Dakota, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In White Butte, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October in White Butte, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In White Butte, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In White Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in White Butte?

The high-temperature, in October, in White Butte, is 54.7°F (12.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in White Butte?

The average relative humidity in October is 60%.

How much does it rain in White Butte in October?

In White Butte, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in White Butte?

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

How many hours of daylight does White Butte have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in White Butte?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does White Butte have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in White Butte?

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

Average temperature in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average pressure in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average wind speed in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average humidity in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average rainfall in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average rainfall days in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average snowfall in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average snowfall days in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average sunshine days in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average UV index in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average cloud cover in October - White Butte, 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
White Butte, SD

Average visibility in October - White Butte, 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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