October weather forecast
Mission Ridge, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Mission Ridge, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C). October in Mission Ridge, South Dakota, is noted for a mean low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Mission Ridge is 59%.

Rainfall

In Mission Ridge, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mission Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.5 days and collects up to 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Mission Ridge, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mission Ridge, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Mission Ridge is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Mission Ridge?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Mission Ridge, is 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mission Ridge?

The average relative humidity in October in Mission Ridge, South Dakota, is 59%.

How much does it rain in Mission Ridge in October?

In October, in Mission Ridge, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Mission Ridge?

October is the first month it typically snows in Mission Ridge. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mission Ridge have in October?

In October, the average day length in Mission Ridge is 10h and 58min.

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

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

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

In October, the average sunshine duration in Mission Ridge is 7h.

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

In Mission Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average temperature in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average pressure in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average wind speed in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average humidity in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average rainfall in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average snowfall in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 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 Ridge, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mission Ridge, 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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mission Ridge, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Mission Ridge, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in October
Mission Ridge, SD

Average visibility in October - Mission Ridge, 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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