October weather forecast
Preston, ID

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Weather in October

The fall season in Preston, Idaho is in full swing during October. With shorter daylight hours and lowering temperatures, residents get the quintessential autumn experience. The city reenters a wetter phase, with regular bouts of rainfall becoming more frequent. No longer does summer warmth linger, presenting instead a series of cool, tranquil autumn days. With its gradually cooling temperatures and mellow sunlight, October presents a colorful and tranquil ambiance for Preston's inhabitants.

Temperature

The start of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). In Preston, October nights cool down to an average of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In Preston, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.4 rainfall days, and 18.27" (464mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Preston, during October, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.8 snowfall days, and 60.12" (1527mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Preston, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Preston in October?

Preston in October has an average high-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Preston, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Preston, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Preston, in October, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Preston have in October?

In Preston, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Preston have in October?

In Preston, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Preston, ID

Average temperature in October - Preston, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Preston, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Preston, ID

Average wind speed in October - Preston, ID
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Preston, ID

Average humidity in October - Preston, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in October
Preston, ID

Average rainfall in October - Preston, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Preston, ID

Average rainfall days in October - Preston, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Preston, ID

Average snowfall in October - Preston, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Preston, ID

Average snowfall days in October - Preston, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Preston, ID
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Preston, ID

Average sunshine days in October - Preston, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Preston, ID

Average UV index in October - Preston, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Preston, ID

Average cloud cover in October - Preston, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Preston, ID

Average visibility in October - Preston, 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, February and December (4mi).

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