October weather forecast
New Effington, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in New Effington, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

October is marked by a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). New Effington temperatures generally rest at a low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during the October nights.

Humidity

In New Effington, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Effington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.9 days and collects up to 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In New Effington, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 20.12" (511mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in New Effington is 5.9h.

UV index

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 maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 54.9°F (12.7°C) and the low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How much does it rain in October?

In New Effington, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Effington have in October?

The average day length in October in New Effington is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Effington have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in October
New Effington, SD

Average pressure in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
New Effington, SD

Average wind speed in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
New Effington, SD

Average humidity in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in October
New Effington, SD

Average rainfall in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
New Effington, SD

Average rainfall days in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
New Effington, SD

Average snowfall in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
New Effington, SD

Average snowfall days in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
New Effington, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Effington, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
New Effington, SD

Average sunshine days in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
New Effington, SD

Average UV index in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
New Effington, SD

Average cloud cover in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
New Effington, SD

Average visibility in October - New Effington, 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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