October weather forecast
Whitehorse, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Whitehorse, South Dakota, is a moderate autumn month, 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 onset of October brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Whitehorse experiences an average drop to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Whitehorse, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whitehorse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Whitehorse. 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 Whitehorse is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Whitehorse?

In October, in Whitehorse, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Whitehorse?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Whitehorse?

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

When does it start to snow in Whitehorse?

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

How many hours of daylight does Whitehorse have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Whitehorse?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whitehorse, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Whitehorse?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Whitehorse?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitehorse, South Dakota, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average temperature in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average pressure in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average wind speed in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average humidity in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average rainfall in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average snowfall in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average UV index in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average visibility in October - Whitehorse, 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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