October weather forecast
Walker, SD

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Walker, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). In the month of October, Walker's average low-temperature falls to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Walker, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Walker, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Walker are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Walker. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Walker is 10h and 55min.
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 Walker, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Walker, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Walker in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Walker, records 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Walker?

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

How much does it rain in Walker in October?

In Walker, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Walker?

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

How many hours of daylight does Walker have in October?

The average day length in October in Walker, South Dakota, is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Walker?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Walker, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Walker have in October?

In Walker, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Walker?

In Walker, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Walker, SD

Average temperature in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average pressure in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average wind speed in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average humidity in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average rainfall in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average snowfall in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • 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
Walker, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average UV index in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Walker, 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
Walker, SD

Average visibility in October - Walker, 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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