October weather forecast
Lead, SD

Weather in October

October, like September, in Lead, South Dakota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.6°F (12°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

In Lead, the average high-temperature in October declines considerably from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). The average low-temperature, is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In Lead, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In Lead, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Lead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lead are January through June, September through December. In Lead, in October, during 4.7 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lead, there are 66.6 snowfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Lead, South Dakota, is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October in Lead, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transform into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in Lead?

In October, the average high-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

How much does it rain in Lead in October?

In Lead, in October, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lead in October?

In Lead, South Dakota, in October, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lead have in October?

The average day length in October in Lead is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Lead?

On the first day of October in Lead, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lead have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Lead, South Dakota, is 7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October in Lead?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lead, SD

Average temperature in October - Lead, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lead, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Lead, SD

Average wind speed in October - Lead, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lead, SD

Average humidity in October - Lead, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lead, SD

Average rainfall in October - Lead, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lead, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Lead, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lead, SD

Average snowfall in October - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lead, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lead, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lead, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 28min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 55min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Lead, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Lead, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lead, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Lead, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Lead, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
Lead, SD

Average visibility in October - Lead, 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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