October weather forecast
Scotland, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Scotland, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

Scotland experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of October, with average high-temperatures moving from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Scotland. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Scotland, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Scotland, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Scotland, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Scotland?

Scotland in October has an average high-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Scotland?

October is the least humid month in Scotland, South Dakota, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in October in Scotland?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Scotland?

In Scotland, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Scotland?

October is the first month it typically snows in Scotland. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scotland have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Scotland?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scotland, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Scotland?

The average sunshine duration in October in Scotland is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Scotland?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Scotland, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index 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
Scotland, SD

Average temperature in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Scotland, SD

Average pressure in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Scotland, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Scotland, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in October
Scotland, SD

Average rainfall in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Scotland, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Scotland, SD

Average snowfall in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Scotland, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 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
Scotland, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Scotland, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Scotland, SD

Average UV index in October - Scotland, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Scotland, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Scotland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in October
Scotland, SD

Average visibility in October - Scotland, 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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