October weather forecast
Tolstoy, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Tolstoy, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

As Tolstoy steps into October, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) of September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). An average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) is observed during October nights.

Humidity

In Tolstoy, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In Tolstoy, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tolstoy, there are 97.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) 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 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Tolstoy, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Tolstoy, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Tolstoy, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Tolstoy is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Tolstoy?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Tolstoy?

In October, the average relative humidity in Tolstoy, South Dakota, is 62%.

How much does it rain in Tolstoy in October?

In October, in Tolstoy, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Tolstoy?

October is the first month it typically snows in Tolstoy, South Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tolstoy have in October?

In October, the average day length in Tolstoy, South Dakota, is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Tolstoy?

On the first day of October in Tolstoy, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Tolstoy?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Tolstoy?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average temperature in October - Tolstoy, 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 January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average pressure in October - Tolstoy, 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
Tolstoy, SD

Average wind speed in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average humidity in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

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Average rainfall in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Tolstoy, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Tolstoy, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average UV index in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in October
Tolstoy, SD

Average visibility in October - Tolstoy, 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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