October weather forecast
Nisland, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Nisland, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). During October, Nisland's temperature averages to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nisland, South Dakota, in October, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nisland, there are 100 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Nisland, South Dakota, during October, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Nisland, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 23.54" (598mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October in Nisland, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Nisland is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. 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 temperature in October in Nisland?

The high-temperature during October is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Nisland?

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October in Nisland?

In Nisland, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Nisland?

In October, in Nisland, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Nisland have in October?

In Nisland, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Nisland?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Nisland?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Nisland?

In Nisland, 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
Nisland, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Nisland, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Nisland, SD

Average wind speed in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Nisland, SD

Average humidity in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in October
Nisland, SD

Average rainfall in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Nisland, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Nisland, SD

Average snowfall in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Nisland, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Nisland, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Nisland, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Nisland, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Nisland, SD

Average UV index in October - Nisland, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Nisland, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Nisland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in October
Nisland, SD

Average visibility in October - Nisland, 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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