October weather forecast
Hays, MT

Share

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Hays, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

In Hays, stepping into October signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from September's agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). October brings an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) to Hays.

Humidity

In Hays, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Hays, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hays, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hays are January through May, September through December. In October, in Hays, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 20.28" (515mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Hays?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hays are 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Hays?

In Hays, Montana, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How much does it rain in Hays in October?

In October, in Hays, Montana, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout October, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in Hays?

In October, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hays have in October?

The average day length in October in Hays, Montana, is 10h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Hays?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hays?

The average sunshine duration in October in Hays is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Hays?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Hays, MT

Average temperature in October - Hays, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Hays, MT

Average pressure in October - Hays, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hays, MT

Average wind speed in October - Hays, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Hays, MT

Average humidity in October - Hays, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Hays, MT

Average rainfall in October - Hays, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Hays, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Hays, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hays, MT

Average snowfall in October - Hays, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hays, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Hays, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hays, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hays, MT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Hays, MT

Average UV index in October - Hays, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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
Hays, MT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Hays, MT

Average visibility in October - Hays, MT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

Hays, Montana, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location