October weather forecast
Frankfort, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Frankfort, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). October's nights observe an average temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In Frankfort, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In Frankfort, in October, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Frankfort are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Frankfort, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Frankfort, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Frankfort in October?

Frankfort in October has an average high-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Frankfort?

October is the first month it typically snows in Frankfort. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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

In Frankfort, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Frankfort?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Frankfort have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Frankfort?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Frankfort, SD

Average temperature in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Frankfort, SD

Average pressure in October - Frankfort, 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
Frankfort, SD

Average wind speed in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Frankfort, SD

Average humidity in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

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Average rainfall in October
Frankfort, SD

Average rainfall in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Frankfort, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Frankfort, SD

Average snowfall in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Frankfort, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Frankfort, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Frankfort, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Frankfort, SD

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

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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Frankfort, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Frankfort, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in October
Frankfort, SD

Average visibility in October - Frankfort, 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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