October weather forecast
Big Sandy, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Big Sandy, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in October, moving down from a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). Throughout October, Big Sandy experiences a low-temperature average of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Big Sandy, during October, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Big Sandy, there are 91 rainfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Big Sandy, in October, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Big Sandy, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.2 days and aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Big Sandy, in October, the average high-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Big Sandy is 58%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Big Sandy, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Big Sandy, in October, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Big Sandy?

The average day length in October in Big Sandy is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Sandy have in October?

In Big Sandy, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average temperature in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average pressure in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average wind speed in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average humidity in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average rainfall in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average snowfall in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average UV index in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Big Sandy, MT

Average visibility in October - Big Sandy, MT
  • 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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