October weather forecast
Scenic, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Scenic, 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

October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). In October, the average low-temperature records at an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Scenic, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Scenic, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Scenic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Scenic are January through May, September through December. In Scenic, in October, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Scenic, 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 Scenic, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Scenic is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Scenic?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Scenic, South Dakota, are 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Scenic?

In Scenic, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October in Scenic?

In October, in Scenic, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Scenic in October?

In October, in Scenic, South Dakota, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Scenic have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Scenic?

On the first day of October in Scenic, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Scenic?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Scenic?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Scenic is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Scenic, SD

Average temperature in October - Scenic, 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).

Average pressure in October
Scenic, SD

Average pressure in October - Scenic, 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).

Average wind speed in October
Scenic, SD

Average wind speed in October - Scenic, 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).

Average humidity in October
Scenic, SD

Average humidity in October - Scenic, 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%).

Average rainfall in October
Scenic, SD

Average rainfall in October - Scenic, 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").

Average rainfall days in October
Scenic, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Scenic, 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).

Average snowfall in October
Scenic, SD

Average snowfall in October - Scenic, 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").

Average snowfall days in October
Scenic, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Scenic, 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).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Scenic, 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).

Average sunshine days in October
Scenic, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Scenic, 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).

Average UV index in October
Scenic, SD

Average UV index in October - Scenic, 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Scenic, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Scenic, 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).

Average visibility in October
Scenic, SD

Average visibility in October - Scenic, 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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