October weather forecast
Mound City, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Mound City, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Mound City, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In Mound City, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mound City, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Mound City, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Mound City, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Mound City is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, in Mound City, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Mound City, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Mound City, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mound City in October?

In October, in Mound City, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mound City?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mound City is 60%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mound City?

In Mound City, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Mound City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Mound City, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mound City have in October?

The average day length in October in Mound City, South Dakota, is 10h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Mound City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mound City, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mound City?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mound City, South Dakota, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mound City?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mound City is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mound City, SD

Average temperature in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mound City, SD

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

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

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Average wind speed in October
Mound City, SD

Average wind speed in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mound City, SD

Average humidity in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mound City, SD

Average rainfall in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mound City, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mound City, SD

Average snowfall in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mound City, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

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

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mound City, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mound City, 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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mound City, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mound City, SD

Average UV index in October - Mound City, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Mound City, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Mound City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in October
Mound City, SD

Average visibility in October - Mound City, 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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