October weather forecast
Ridgeway, MT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ridgeway, Montana, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). Throughout October, Ridgeway experiences a low-temperature average of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

In Ridgeway, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeway, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) 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 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ridgeway, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Ridgeway, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In Ridgeway, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ridgeway in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Ridgeway, is 55.4°F (13°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Ridgeway, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Ridgeway, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average temperature in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average pressure in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average wind speed in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Ridgeway, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average rainfall in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average snowfall in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ridgeway, MT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average UV index in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Ridgeway, MT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average visibility in October - Ridgeway, 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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