October weather forecast
Winner, SD

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Weather in October

By October, autumn has firmly set in Winner with declining temperatures providing a respite from the summer's heat. As typical for this season, daylight hours reduce further and cooler winds start to set in. The city witnesses a spike in rainfall volume, escalating to 1.3in over 8 days on average. Hence, October brings increased showers and cooling temperatures, a nod towards the approaching winter months.

Temperature

October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). During October nights, Winner records an average temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In Winner, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In Winner, in October, during 8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Winner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, in Winner, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Winner, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Winner, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Winner in October?

The high-temperature during October is 59.2°F (15.1°C) and the low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Winner, during October, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Winner?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Winner have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Winner, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Winner, SD

Average temperature in October - Winner, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Winner, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Winner, SD

Average wind speed in October - Winner, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Winner, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

Average rainfall in October
Winner, SD

Average rainfall in October - Winner, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Winner, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Winner, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Winner, SD

Average snowfall in October - Winner, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Winner, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Winner, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Winner, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Winner, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Winner, SD

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

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
Winner, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Winner, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Winner, SD

Average visibility in October - Winner, 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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