October weather forecast
Madison, SD

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Weather in October

With October, Madison, South Dakota, is in full embrace of autumn, marked by cooler temperatures and bright fall foliage. The arrival of this charming season is visible in the city's tree-lined avenues and parks. Despite the cooling trend, high temperatures still reach a comfortable average of 55.9°F (13.3°C). October's twilight skies skew towards a darker blue earlier in the evening, signifying winter's slow approach. The sights, scents, and pleasant chill of October solidify its place as one of the most picturesque months in Madison.

Temperature

Madison in October experiences a marked decrease in the average high-temperature, descending from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Madison records a mean low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Madison, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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. Throughout the year, in Madison, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Madison is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, in Madison, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Madison, South Dakota, is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Madison?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month in Madison?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Madison?

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

How much does it rain in Madison in October?

In Madison, during October, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Madison?

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

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in October?

In October, the average day length in Madison is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Madison?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Madison?

The average sunshine duration in October in Madison is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Madison?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Madison, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Madison, SD

Average temperature in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average pressure in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average wind speed in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average humidity in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average rainfall in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average snowfall in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Madison, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Madison, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average UV index in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average visibility in October - Madison, 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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