October weather forecastLake Andes, SD
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Lake Andes, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).Temperature
Lake Andes's transition into October is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C). During October, Lake Andes records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 62%.Rainfall
In Lake Andes, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Lake Andes, SD
- 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).
Average wind speed in October
Lake Andes, SD
- 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 (8.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average humidity in October: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).
Average rainfall in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").
Average rainfall days in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lake Andes, SD
- 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Lake Andes, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in October
Lake Andes, 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).





