October weather forecast
Sanders, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Sanders, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 57.2°F (14°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

As Sanders transitions into October, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sanders, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.5 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sanders, in October, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in Sanders, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sanders, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Sanders experiences an average high-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 55%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sanders, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Sanders, in October, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sanders have in October?

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 7:07 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Sanders, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sanders, MT

Average temperature in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Sanders, MT

Average pressure in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sanders, MT

Average wind speed in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Sanders, MT

Average humidity in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in October
Sanders, MT

Average rainfall in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Sanders, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sanders, MT

Average snowfall in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Sanders, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sanders, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sanders, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Sanders, MT

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

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
Sanders, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Sanders, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Sanders, MT

Average visibility in October - Sanders, 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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