October weather forecast
Shonkin, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Shonkin, Montana, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.9°F (12.7°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). During the October nights, an average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is observed.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Shonkin, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.1 rainfall days, and 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Shonkin, in October, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Shonkin, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Shonkin, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shonkin in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Shonkin, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Shonkin, in October, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shonkin have in October?

In Shonkin, the average day length in October is 10h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shonkin have in October?

In Shonkin, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Shonkin?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Shonkin, MT

Average temperature in October - Shonkin, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Shonkin, MT

Average pressure in October - Shonkin, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Shonkin, MT

Average wind speed in October - Shonkin, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Shonkin, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in October
Shonkin, MT

Average rainfall in October - Shonkin, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Shonkin, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Shonkin, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shonkin, MT

Average snowfall in October - Shonkin, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shonkin, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Shonkin, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shonkin, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Shonkin, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Shonkin, MT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Shonkin, MT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Shonkin, MT

Average visibility in October - Shonkin, 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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