October weather forecast
Badger, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Badger, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

As Badger steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). During the nights in October, the temperature averages to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Badger, in October, during 9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Badger, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Badger, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Badger is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Badger in October?

In Badger, 55.6°F (13.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.6°F (4.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Badger?

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month in Badger, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in October in Badger?

In October, the average relative humidity in Badger, South Dakota, is 68%.

How much does it rain in Badger in October?

In Badger, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Badger?

October is the first month it typically snows in Badger, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

In Badger, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Badger?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Badger, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Badger have in October?

In Badger, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Badger?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Badger, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Badger, SD

Average temperature in October - Badger, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Badger, SD

Average pressure in October - Badger, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Badger, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Badger, SD

Average humidity in October - Badger, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Badger, SD

Average rainfall in October - Badger, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in October
Badger, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Badger, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Badger, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Badger, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
Badger, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Badger, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Badger, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Badger, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Badger, SD

Average UV index in October - Badger, 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 January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Badger, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Badger, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Badger, SD

Average visibility in October - Badger, 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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