October weather forecast
Mission Hill, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Mission Hill, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.4°F (15.2°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

As October arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C). During October, Mission Hill consistently records a temperature low averaging a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 64%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Mission Hill, in October, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Mission Hill. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Mission Hill, South Dakota, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. 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. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Mission Hill?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mission Hill, South Dakota, are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Mission Hill?

October is the least humid month in Mission Hill, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in October in Mission Hill?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mission Hill is 64%.

How much does it rain in Mission Hill in October?

In Mission Hill, South Dakota, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Mission Hill?

October is the first month it typically snows in Mission Hill, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mission Hill?

The average day length in October in Mission Hill is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mission Hill?

On the first day of October in Mission Hill, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mission Hill have in October?

In Mission Hill, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Mission Hill?

In Mission Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average temperature in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average pressure in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average wind speed in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average humidity in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average rainfall in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average snowfall in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Mission Hill, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average UV index in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Mission Hill, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
Mission Hill, SD

Average visibility in October - Mission Hill, 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).

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