October weather forecast
Vetal, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Vetal, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.6°F (14.8°C) and min 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). During October, the nighttime temperature in Vetal averages of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Vetal is 58%.

Rainfall

In October, in Vetal, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Vetal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vetal, South Dakota, are January through May, September through December. In Vetal, during October, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Vetal, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, in Vetal, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

In Vetal, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Vetal?

Vetal in October has an average high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Vetal?

In October, the average relative humidity in Vetal, South Dakota, is 58%.

How much does it rain in Vetal in October?

In Vetal, South Dakota, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Vetal in October?

In Vetal, in October, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Vetal have in October?

The average day length in October in Vetal is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Vetal?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vetal, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Vetal?

In Vetal, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Vetal?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Vetal, SD

Average temperature in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Vetal, SD

Average pressure in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Vetal, SD

Average wind speed in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Vetal, SD

Average humidity in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (56%).

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Average rainfall in October
Vetal, SD

Average rainfall in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Vetal, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Vetal, SD

Average snowfall in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Vetal, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Vetal, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Vetal, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Vetal, SD

Average UV index in October - Vetal, 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
Vetal, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Vetal, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in October
Vetal, SD

Average visibility in October - Vetal, 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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