October weather forecast
Medicine Lake, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Medicine Lake, Montana, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.7°F (11.5°C) and min 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Medicine Lake experiences an average nighttime temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.3 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Medicine Lake, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Medicine Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Medicine Lake, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Medicine Lake, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Medicine Lake, during October, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average temperature in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average pressure in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average wind speed in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average humidity in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average rainfall in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average snowfall in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.57"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Medicine Lake, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average UV index in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
Medicine Lake, MT

Average visibility in October - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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