October weather forecast
Sheridan, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sheridan, Montana, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in September to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). In Sheridan, October's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Sheridan is 63%.

Rainfall

In Sheridan, in October, during 13.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sheridan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 12.2" (310mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheridan, Montana, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Sheridan. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sheridan, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sheridan, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of October, in Sheridan, Montana, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sheridan, Montana, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Sheridan?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, Montana, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, in October, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Sheridan?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sheridan, Montana. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheridan have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sheridan?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheridan, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sheridan?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sheridan, Montana, is 7.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheridan?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheridan.

How high is the UV index in October in Sheridan?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheridan, Montana, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Sheridan, MT

Average temperature in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Sheridan, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sheridan, MT

Average wind speed in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Sheridan, MT

Average humidity in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (46%).

Average rainfall in October
Sheridan, MT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Sheridan, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sheridan, MT

Average snowfall in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sheridan, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sheridan, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sheridan, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Sheridan, MT

Average UV index in October - Sheridan, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sheridan, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Sheridan, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Sheridan, MT

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

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

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