October weather forecast
Elk City, ID

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Elk City, Idaho, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

Elk City experiences a clear temperature downturn in October, with average high-temperatures moving from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Elk City is 71%.

Rainfall

In Elk City, in October, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elk City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Elk City, in October, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elk City, there are 112.5 snowfall days, and 101.3" (2573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elk City, Idaho, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Elk City, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:28 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Elk City is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Elk City?

In Elk City, in October, the average high-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elk City?

In Elk City, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in Elk City in October?

In Elk City, in October, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Elk City?

In Elk City, in October, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elk City have in October?

In Elk City, Idaho, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Elk City?

On the first day of October in Elk City, Idaho, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:28 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk City have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Elk City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elk City, ID

Average temperature in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Elk City, ID

Average pressure in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elk City, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Elk City, ID

Average humidity in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in October
Elk City, ID

Average rainfall in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Elk City, ID

Average rainfall days in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elk City, ID

Average snowfall in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (20.35").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elk City, ID

Average snowfall days in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk City, ID

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elk City, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elk City, ID

Average sunshine days in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6 days).

Average UV index in October
Elk City, ID

Average UV index in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Elk City, ID

Average cloud cover in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Elk City, ID

Average visibility in October - Elk City, ID
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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