October weather forecast
New Effington, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in New Effington, South Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, New Effington's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from September's pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). The average temperature in New Effington during October nights dips to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in New Effington is 67%.

Rainfall

In New Effington, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Effington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.9 days and collects up to 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in New Effington. October is the first month it typically snows in New Effington, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in New Effington is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in New Effington is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in New Effington?

In New Effington, in October, the average high-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in New Effington?

In October, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How much does it rain in New Effington in October?

In New Effington, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in New Effington?

October is the first month it typically snows in New Effington, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in New Effington?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in New Effington?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in New Effington?

In October, the average sunshine duration in New Effington is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in New Effington?

In New Effington, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
New Effington, SD

Average temperature in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
New Effington, SD

Average pressure in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
New Effington, SD

Average wind speed in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
New Effington, SD

Average humidity in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

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Average rainfall in October
New Effington, SD

Average rainfall in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
New Effington, SD

Average rainfall days in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
New Effington, SD

Average snowfall in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
New Effington, SD

Average snowfall days in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 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
New Effington, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Effington, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
New Effington, SD

Average sunshine days in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
New Effington, SD

Average UV index in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in October
New Effington, SD

Average cloud cover in October - New Effington, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
New Effington, SD

Average visibility in October - New Effington, 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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