October weather forecast
Brandon, SD

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Weather in October

In Brandon, October brings crisp fall weather. With dropping temperatures, the city begins to experience the chilly breath of the approaching winter. The average daily sunshine is about 6 hours, while winds of up to 10.4mph (16.7km/h) bring a cool touch to the air. October’s vibrant hues of its changing landscape prepare the city and its inhabitants for the colder, grayer weather in the following months of November and December.

Temperature

As Brandon, South Dakota, steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). During the month of October, an average temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) is noted during the nights in Brandon.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Brandon, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Brandon, in October, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Brandon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Brandon, South Dakota, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Brandon, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Brandon, South Dakota. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Brandon?

The high-temperature, in October, in Brandon, is 57.4°F (14.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.4°F (5.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month in Brandon?

With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month in Brandon, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in October in Brandon?

In October, the average relative humidity in Brandon, South Dakota, is 67%.

How much does it rain in Brandon in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Brandon?

October is the first month it typically snows in Brandon, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Brandon have in October?

The average day length in October in Brandon is 11h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Brandon?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Brandon, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Brandon?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Brandon?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Brandon, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Brandon?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Brandon, SD

Average temperature in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Brandon, SD

Average pressure in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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
Brandon, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Brandon, SD

Average humidity in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in October
Brandon, SD

Average rainfall in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Brandon, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Brandon, SD

Average snowfall in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Brandon, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10 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
Brandon, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Brandon, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Brandon, SD

Average UV index in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Brandon, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Brandon, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Brandon, SD

Average visibility in October - Brandon, 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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