October weather forecast
Lake Preston, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Lake Preston, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.5°F (4.7°C) and max 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, decreasing from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). In Lake Preston, the average temperature during the nights of October drops to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lake Preston, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake Preston, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Lake Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Lake Preston is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October in Lake Preston, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Lake Preston?

The high-temperature in Lake Preston, South Dakota, during October is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month in Lake Preston?

With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month in Lake Preston.

What is the average humidity in October in Lake Preston?

The average relative humidity in October in Lake Preston, South Dakota, is 67%.

How much does it rain in Lake Preston in October?

In October, in Lake Preston, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout October, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Lake Preston?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Preston have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Lake Preston?

On the first day of October in Lake Preston, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lake Preston?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Lake Preston?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lake Preston is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average temperature in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°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 (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average pressure in October - Lake Preston, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average wind speed in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average humidity in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average rainfall in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average snowfall in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Lake Preston, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lake Preston, 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
Lake Preston, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average UV index in October - Lake Preston, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Lake Preston, SD

Average visibility in October - Lake Preston, 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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