October weather forecast
Philipsburg, MT

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Weather in October

October in Philipsburg invites autumn in its full glory, accompanied by a considerable dip in temperatures from the previous month. The cityscape is painted with a myriad of reds, yellows, and oranges. Shortening daylight hours and chilly evenings mark the beginning of the transition into winter. With a higher rainfall, the city appears washed and ready to wrap itself into the winter white sheet soon. October presents a remarkable drop in temperature down to a maximum of 46°F (7.8°C) and a noteworthy rise in rainfall to 1.3" (33mm).

Temperature

The transition from September to October brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In October, the temperature drops to an average of 28.4°F (-2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

Rainfall

In Philipsburg, in October, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Philipsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.3 days and collects up to 19.06" (484mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Philipsburg, in October, during 11.4 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.9 snowfall days, and 101.3" (2573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Philipsburg, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Philipsburg in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Philipsburg, is 46°F (7.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Philipsburg is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Philipsburg, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Philipsburg, in October, during 11.4 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Philipsburg, the average day length in October is 10h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Philipsburg have in October?

In Philipsburg, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average temperature in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 28.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average pressure in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average wind speed in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average humidity in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average rainfall in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average snowfall in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.12").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0.04").

Average snowfall days in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Philipsburg, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Philipsburg, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Philipsburg, MT

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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