Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
Lead's October weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). During October, the temperature in Lead is averaged to a low of 36.7°F (2.6°C) at night.Humidity
In Lead, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.Rainfall
In October, in Lead, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lead, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Lead, in October, during 4.7 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lead, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 34.53" (877mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Lead is 10h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Lead, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Lead, the average sunshine in October 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 in Lead, South Dakota. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are October temperatures in Lead?
What is the average humidity in October in Lead?
How many days does it rain in October in Lead?
How many days does it snow in October in Lead?
What is the average length of the day in October in Lead?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Lead?
How many hours of sunshine does Lead have in October?
When is the lowest UV index in Lead?
How high is the UV index in October in Lead?
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lead, 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: 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).
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).
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).
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).
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).