October weather forecast
Hill City, ID

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Hill City, Idaho, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.1°F (12.3°C) and min 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Hill City sees a considerable decrease in average high-temperatures during October, falling from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an icy 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Hill City, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Hill City, in October, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hill City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.2 days and collects up to 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Hill City. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Hill City, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.7 days and aggregates up to 71.85" (1825mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hill City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Hill City, Idaho, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hill City. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Hill City?

In Hill City, 54.1°F (12.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in Hill City?

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

How much does it rain in Hill City in October?

In Hill City, Idaho, in October, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Hill City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Hill City. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Hill City, Idaho, is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Hill City?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hill City?

In Hill City, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hill City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hill City, Idaho, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

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

In Hill City, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Hill City, ID

Average temperature in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Hill City, ID

Average pressure in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hill City, ID

Average wind speed in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Hill City, ID

Average humidity in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (33%).

Average rainfall in October
Hill City, ID

Average rainfall in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Hill City, ID

Average rainfall days in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hill City, ID

Average snowfall in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (20.2").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hill City, ID

Average snowfall days in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hill City, ID

Average sunshine days in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Hill City, ID

Average UV index in October - Hill City, 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 January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Hill City, ID

Average cloud cover in October - Hill City, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Hill City, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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