October weather forecast
Stanley, ID

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A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area
A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area

Weather in October

October witnesses a more pronounced drop in temperatures, reaching down to an average nighttime low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). An increase in the number of rainy days from September to 10.2 days coupled with falling temperatures sets the stage for winter. As October progresses, signs of the impending winter become more evident, with the landscape changing colours once again, readying itself for the first snowfall.

Temperature

October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout the month of October, Stanley reports a steady low-temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Stanley is 70%.

Rainfall

In Stanley, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 19.25" (489mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In October, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout October, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.3 snowfall days, and 100.24" (2546mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, in Stanley, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:30 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In Stanley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Stanley, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Stanley?

In Stanley, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in Stanley in October?

In Stanley, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Stanley, during October, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:30 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (5.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Stanley, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Stanley, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Stanley, ID

Average humidity in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (44%).

Average rainfall in October
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall days in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (16.77").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall days in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Stanley, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Stanley, ID

Average sunshine days in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Stanley, ID

Average UV index in October - Stanley, 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 January, February, March and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Stanley, ID

Average cloud cover in October - Stanley, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Stanley, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (3mi).

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