October weather forecast
Maple Leaf, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Maple Leaf, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Maple Leaf's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from September's moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Maple Leaf encounters an average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Maple Leaf is 60%.

Rainfall

In Maple Leaf, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Maple Leaf are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Maple Leaf, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Maple Leaf is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of October, in Maple Leaf, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Maple Leaf, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Maple Leaf, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Maple Leaf in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Maple Leaf, South Dakota, are 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Maple Leaf?

In October, the average relative humidity in Maple Leaf is 60%.

How much does it rain in Maple Leaf in October?

In October, in Maple Leaf, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Maple Leaf?

October is the first month it typically snows in Maple Leaf. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Maple Leaf?

The average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Maple Leaf?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Maple Leaf, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Maple Leaf?

In Maple Leaf, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Maple Leaf?

In Maple Leaf, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average temperature in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average pressure in October - Maple Leaf, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average wind speed in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average humidity in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average rainfall in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average snowfall in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Maple Leaf, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average UV index in October - Maple Leaf, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Maple Leaf, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in October
Maple Leaf, SD

Average visibility in October - Maple Leaf, 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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