October weather forecast
Sun Prairie, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sun Prairie, Montana, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of October, falling from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Sun Prairie, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.6 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Sun Prairie, during October, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Sun Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sun Prairie, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Sun Prairie is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sun Prairie are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Sun Prairie, 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.6°F (3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 60%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Sun Prairie, in October, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sun Prairie have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sun Prairie have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sun Prairie?

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 October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average temperature in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average pressure in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average wind speed in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average humidity in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average rainfall in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and July (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average snowfall in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sun Prairie, 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 3min

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
Sun Prairie, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average UV index in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Sun Prairie, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Sun Prairie, MT

Average visibility in October - Sun Prairie, 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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