October weather forecast
May, ID

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in May, Idaho, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). May experiences an average nighttime temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In May, Idaho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.7 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, during October, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.7 snowfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, Idaho, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in May, is 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In May, Idaho, in October, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In October, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:25 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does May have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
May, ID

Average temperature in October - May, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in October
May, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
May, ID

Average wind speed in October - May, ID
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
May, ID

Average humidity in October - May, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).

Average rainfall in October
May, ID

Average rainfall in October - May, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
May, ID

Average rainfall days in October - May, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
May, ID

Average snowfall in October - May, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
May, ID

Average snowfall days in October - May, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
May, ID

Average sunshine days in October - May, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (17.2 days).

Average UV index in October
May, ID

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
May, ID

Average cloud cover in October - May, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
May, ID

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

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

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