October weather forecast
Capitol, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Capitol, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

As Capitol welcomes October, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Capitol experiences a nighttime temperature average of 39.6°F (4.2°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Capitol, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Capitol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Capitol, Montana, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Capitol, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Capitol, Montana, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Capitol, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Capitol, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Capitol is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Capitol in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Capitol, is 55.4°F (13°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Capitol?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Capitol?

In Capitol, Montana, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Capitol?

October is the first month it typically snows in Capitol, Montana. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Capitol, Montana, is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Capitol?

On the first day of October in Capitol, Montana, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Capitol have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Capitol, Montana, is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Capitol?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Capitol is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Capitol, MT

Average temperature in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Capitol, MT

Average pressure in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Capitol, MT

Average wind speed in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Capitol, MT

Average humidity in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Capitol, MT

Average rainfall in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Capitol, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Capitol, MT

Average snowfall in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Capitol, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Capitol, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Capitol, MT

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

Average cloud cover in October
Capitol, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Capitol, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Capitol, MT

Average visibility in October - Capitol, 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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