October weather forecast
White Owl, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in White Owl, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.7°F (13.7°C) and min 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

In White Owl, the average high-temperature in October drops, from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September, to a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C). An average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In October, in White Owl, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In White Owl, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in White Owl, the average high-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In White Owl, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How much does it rain in October?

In White Owl, during October, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In White Owl, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In White Owl, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
White Owl, SD

Average temperature in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in October
White Owl, SD

Average pressure in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
White Owl, SD

Average wind speed in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in October
White Owl, SD

Average humidity in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in October
White Owl, SD

Average rainfall in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
White Owl, SD

Average rainfall days in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
White Owl, SD

Average snowfall in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
White Owl, SD

Average snowfall days in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
White Owl, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
White Owl, SD

Average sunshine days in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
White Owl, SD

Average UV index in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
White Owl, SD

Average cloud cover in October - White Owl, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
White Owl, SD

Average visibility in October - White Owl, 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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