October weather forecast
Winship, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Winship, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). During October, Winship's temperature averages to a cold 39.2°F (4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Winship, the average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Winship, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) 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 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Winship, 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, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Winship, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 39.2°F (4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent 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 Winship, the average relative humidity in October is 65%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Winship, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Winship, SD

Average pressure in October - Winship, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"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
Winship, SD

Average wind speed in October - Winship, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Winship, SD

Average humidity in October - Winship, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in October
Winship, SD

Average rainfall in October - Winship, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Winship, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Winship, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Winship, SD

Average snowfall in October - Winship, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Winship, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Winship, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Winship, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Winship, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Winship, SD

Average UV index in October - Winship, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Winship, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Winship, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Winship, SD

Average visibility in October - Winship, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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