October weather forecastMcIntosh, SD
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in McIntosh, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).Temperature
With the onset of October, McIntosh experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). McIntosh, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in McIntosh is 60%.Rainfall
In McIntosh, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McIntosh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In McIntosh, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in McIntosh is 10h and 55min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.UV index
In McIntosh, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).
Average humidity in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average humidity in October: 60%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).
Average rainfall in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 1.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).
Average UV index in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in October
McIntosh, SD
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
