October weather forecast
Whitewood, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Whitewood, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Whitewood witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). An average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Whitewood, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whitewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In October, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Whitewood, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitewood, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Whitewood, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Whitewood, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Whitewood, in October, during 3.4 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Whitewood have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Whitewood, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Whitewood, SD

Average temperature in October - Whitewood, 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 December (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Whitewood, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Whitewood, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Whitewood, SD

Average humidity in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Whitewood, SD

Average rainfall in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Whitewood, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Whitewood, SD

Average snowfall in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Whitewood, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Whitewood, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Whitewood, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Whitewood, SD

Average UV index in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Whitewood, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Whitewood, SD

Average visibility in October - Whitewood, 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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