October weather forecast
Mountain Home, ID

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Weather in October

October in Mountain Home, Idaho, USA welcomes the full onset of autumn. The average high temperature dips to 62.4°F (16.9°C) while the low descends to 45.1°F (7.3°C). The most notable observation in October is the sharp increase in rainfall to 0.43" (11mm) from the drier previous months. Leaves have turned, and fall is in full vigor in October, painting the city's landscapes in vibrant shades of orange, yellow, and red.

Temperature

October's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from a warm 79.2°F (26.2°C) in September to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

In Mountain Home, during October, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Mountain Home, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.3 days and collects up to 7.44" (189mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mountain Home, there are 22.6 snowfall days, and 11.02" (280mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.3h.

UV index

In Mountain Home, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

October temperatures in Mountain Home vary between a high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 47%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout October, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Home have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Home have in October?

In Mountain Home, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Mountain Home?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average temperature in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average pressure in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average wind speed in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average humidity in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (25%).

Average rainfall in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average rainfall in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average rainfall days in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average snowfall in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average snowfall days in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mountain Home, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average sunshine days in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average UV index in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average cloud cover in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October
Mountain Home, ID

Average visibility in October - Mountain Home, ID
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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