October weather forecast
South Yankton, NE

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in South Yankton, Nebraska, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.4°F (15.2°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) on average during October.

Humidity

The least humid month in South Yankton is October, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout October, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Yankton, Nebraska, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in South Yankton. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In South Yankton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in South Yankton is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in South Yankton, Nebraska, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in South Yankton?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in South Yankton?

With an average relative humidity of 64%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in South Yankton?

The average relative humidity in October in South Yankton, Nebraska, is 64%.

How much does it rain in South Yankton in October?

In South Yankton, in October, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in South Yankton?

October is the first month it typically snows in South Yankton, Nebraska. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Yankton have in October?

In South Yankton, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in South Yankton?

On the first day of October in South Yankton, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Yankton have in October?

In South Yankton, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in South Yankton?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in South Yankton, Nebraska, 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
South Yankton, NE

Average temperature in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
South Yankton, NE

Average pressure in October - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average wind speed in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
South Yankton, NE

Average humidity in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in October
South Yankton, NE

Average rainfall in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
South Yankton, NE

Average rainfall days in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
South Yankton, NE

Average snowfall in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
South Yankton, NE

Average snowfall days in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
South Yankton, NE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Yankton, NE
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
South Yankton, NE

Average sunshine days in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
South Yankton, NE

Average UV index in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in October
South Yankton, NE

Average cloud cover in October - South Yankton, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
South Yankton, NE

Average visibility in October - South Yankton, NE
  • 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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