October weather forecast
Timber Lake, SD

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Weather in October

The golden hues of October paint a vibrant landscape in Timber Lake, South Dakota. The autumn season is in full swing, with the city transforming into a picturesque panorama of colors. The weather conditions become significantly cooler in October, with temperatures oscillating between 41.4°F (5.2°C) to 55.9°F (13.3°C). The shorter days and longer nights underline the marked transition towards the winter season. The crisp autumn air and abundantly colored foliage make Timber Lake an enchanting place in October.

Temperature

With the onset of October, Timber Lake's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from September's moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Timber Lake is 60%.

Rainfall

In Timber Lake, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Timber Lake, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Timber Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Timber Lake, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of October, in Timber Lake, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Timber Lake is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Timber Lake?

October temperatures in Timber Lake, South Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Timber Lake?

In Timber Lake, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

How much does it rain in Timber Lake in October?

In Timber Lake, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Timber Lake?

October is the first month it typically snows in Timber Lake. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Timber Lake have in October?

In Timber Lake, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Timber Lake?

On the first day of October in Timber Lake, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Timber Lake?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Timber Lake is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Timber Lake?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Timber Lake is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Timber Lake, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average pressure in October - Timber Lake, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average wind speed in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average humidity in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Timber Lake, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average UV index in October - Timber Lake, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in October
Timber Lake, SD

Average visibility in October - Timber Lake, 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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