October weather forecast
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Sleeping Buffalo, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.4°F (4.1°C) and max 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) in September to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). During the nights in October, Sleeping Buffalo experiences a consistent average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

In Sleeping Buffalo, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Sleeping Buffalo, during October, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sleeping Buffalo are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sleeping Buffalo, there are 56.9 snowfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sleeping Buffalo, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Sleeping Buffalo, is 54.3°F (12.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sleeping Buffalo, in October, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sleeping Buffalo have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Sleeping Buffalo, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Sleeping Buffalo?

In Sleeping Buffalo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average temperature in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10°F).

Average pressure in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average pressure in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average wind speed in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average humidity in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average rainfall in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average UV index in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average visibility in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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