October weather forecast
Dunkirk, MT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Dunkirk, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average high of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

As October arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Dunkirk usually reports an average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Dunkirk is 59%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout October, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Dunkirk. In October, in Dunkirk, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dunkirk, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, in Dunkirk, Montana, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Dunkirk is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Dunkirk?

Dunkirk in October has an average high-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dunkirk?

The average relative humidity in October in Dunkirk is 59%.

How much does it rain in Dunkirk in October?

In Dunkirk, in October, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, in October, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October is 10h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Dunkirk?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dunkirk, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, Montana, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk, Montana.

What is the UV index reading in October in Dunkirk?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Dunkirk is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average temperature in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average pressure in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dunkirk, MT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dunkirk, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average rainfall in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average snowfall in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

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

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average UV index in October - Dunkirk, MT
  • 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Dunkirk, 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 15).

Average visibility in October
Dunkirk, MT

Average visibility in October - Dunkirk, 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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