October weather forecast
Owanka, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Owanka, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

As Owanka welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). Throughout October, Owanka encounters an average temperature drop to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Owanka is 58%.

Rainfall

In Owanka, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Owanka, in October, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Owanka, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, in Owanka, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Owanka, the average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

In Owanka, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Owanka?

The high-temperature in Owanka during October is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Owanka?

The average relative humidity in October in Owanka, South Dakota, is 58%.

How much does it rain in Owanka in October?

In Owanka, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Owanka?

In Owanka, in October, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Owanka have in October?

In Owanka, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Owanka?

On the first day of October in Owanka, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Owanka have in October?

In Owanka, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Owanka?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Owanka, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Owanka, SD

Average temperature in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Owanka, SD

Average pressure in October - Owanka, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Owanka, SD

Average wind speed in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Owanka, SD

Average humidity in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in October
Owanka, SD

Average rainfall in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Owanka, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Owanka, SD

Average snowfall in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Owanka, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Owanka, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Owanka, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in October
Owanka, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Owanka, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Owanka, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
Owanka, SD

Average visibility in October - Owanka, 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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