October weather forecast
Bighorn, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Bighorn, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.2°F (14°C) and min 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 41.4°F (5.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Bighorn is 55%.

Rainfall

In Bighorn, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bighorn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.5 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Bighorn, in October, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Bighorn, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Bighorn?

Bighorn in October has an average high-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Bighorn?

In Bighorn, Montana, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

How much does it rain in Bighorn in October?

In Bighorn, Montana, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bighorn in October?

In Bighorn, Montana, in October, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Bighorn?

In Bighorn, Montana, the average day length in October is 10h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Bighorn?

On the first day of October in Bighorn, Montana, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Bighorn?

In Bighorn, Montana, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Bighorn?

In Bighorn, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bighorn, MT

Average temperature in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Bighorn, MT

Average pressure in October - Bighorn, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bighorn, MT

Average wind speed in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Bighorn, MT

Average humidity in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

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

Average rainfall in October
Bighorn, MT

Average rainfall in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Bighorn, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bighorn, MT

Average snowfall in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bighorn, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bighorn, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bighorn, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Bighorn, MT

Average UV index in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bighorn, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Bighorn, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Bighorn, MT

Average visibility in October - Bighorn, 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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