October weather forecastWasta, SD
October
Weather in October
October brings a noticeable chill as fall deepens in Wasta. With temperatures dipping to a relatively colder high of 56.5°F (13.6°C), residents begin to brace for the approaching winter. The leaves continue to change, their hues progressively deepening. Pumpkin patches spring up around the city as Halloween nears. The crisp fall air and changing environment make this an ideal time for apple picking, hayrides, and other autumn activities that are deeply ingrained in the culture of the city.Temperature
With the beginning of October, Wasta's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). During the month of October, Wasta's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 39.9°F (4.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 58%.Rainfall
In Wasta, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Wasta, in October, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.UV index
In Wasta, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Average temperature in October
Wasta, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Wasta, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Wasta, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Wasta, SD
- Average humidity in October: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).
Average rainfall in October
Wasta, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in October
Wasta, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Wasta, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Wasta, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wasta, 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: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Wasta, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in October
Wasta, SD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Wasta, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in October
Wasta, 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).
