October weather forecast
Plankinton, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Plankinton, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Plankinton, South Dakota, are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In October, in Plankinton, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Plankinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plankinton are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Plankinton. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Plankinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Plankinton, South Dakota, is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Plankinton, South Dakota, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Plankinton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health 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:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Plankinton?

The high-temperature, in October, in Plankinton, records 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the least humid months in Plankinton?

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months in Plankinton.

What is the average humidity in October in Plankinton?

In Plankinton, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How much does it rain in Plankinton in October?

In Plankinton, in October, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Plankinton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Plankinton, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Plankinton?

The average day length in October in Plankinton is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Plankinton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plankinton, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plankinton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Plankinton is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Plankinton?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Plankinton, SD

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

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

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Average wind speed in October
Plankinton, SD

Average wind speed in October - Plankinton, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Plankinton, SD

Average humidity in October - Plankinton, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in October
Plankinton, SD

Average rainfall in October - Plankinton, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in October
Plankinton, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Plankinton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Plankinton, SD

Average snowfall in October - Plankinton, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Plankinton, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Plankinton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Plankinton, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Plankinton, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Plankinton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Plankinton, SD

Average UV index in October - Plankinton, 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
Plankinton, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Plankinton, 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 22).

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Average visibility in October
Plankinton, SD

Average visibility in October - Plankinton, 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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