October weather forecast
Cottonwood, ID

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Cottonwood, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C). Cottonwood's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood, in October, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Cottonwood, during October, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 112.2 days and aggregates up to 105.79" (2687mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Cottonwood is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Cottonwood, 55.8°F (13.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Cottonwood, the average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Cottonwood, in October, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, in October, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Cottonwood, the average day length in October is 10h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Cottonwood, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average temperature in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average pressure in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average wind speed in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and November (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average humidity in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

Average rainfall in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall days in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.11").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall days in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • 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 August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average sunshine days in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average UV index in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average cloud cover in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average visibility in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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