October weather forecast
Whitewood, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Whitewood, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

As Whitewood, South Dakota, transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). An average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) marks the nights in Whitewood throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout October, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whitewood, there are 126.3 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Whitewood. In Whitewood, South Dakota, during October, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. In Whitewood, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 36.26" (921mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Whitewood, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Whitewood is 7.1h.

UV index

In Whitewood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Whitewood?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Whitewood, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Whitewood?

In Whitewood, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in Whitewood in October?

In October, in Whitewood, South Dakota, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout October, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Whitewood in October?

In Whitewood, South Dakota, in October, during 3.4 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Whitewood?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitewood have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Whitewood?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Whitewood, SD

Average temperature in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).

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Average pressure in October
Whitewood, SD

Average pressure in October - Whitewood, 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
Whitewood, SD

Average wind speed in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Whitewood, SD

Average humidity in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

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Average rainfall in October
Whitewood, SD

Average rainfall in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Whitewood, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Whitewood, SD

Average snowfall in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Whitewood, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 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
Whitewood, SD

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

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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Whitewood, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Whitewood, SD

Average UV index in October - Whitewood, 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
Whitewood, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Whitewood, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
Whitewood, SD

Average visibility in October - Whitewood, 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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