October weather forecast
Fort Shaw, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fort Shaw, Montana, is another fresh autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Fort Shaw's weather experiences a distinct temperature drop, moving from a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) in September to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Fort Shaw, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Fort Shaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.8 days and collects up to 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Shaw, in October, during 4 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.4 snowfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Shaw, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Fort Shaw in October has an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Fort Shaw, the average relative humidity in October is 61%.

How much does it rain in Fort Shaw in October?

In Fort Shaw, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Fort Shaw?

In October, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Shaw have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Fort Shaw, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average temperature in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average pressure in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average wind speed in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average humidity in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average rainfall in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average snowfall in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Shaw, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average UV index in October - Fort Shaw, 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
Fort Shaw, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average visibility in October - Fort Shaw, 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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