October weather forecast
Whitefish, MT

October adorns Whitefish with an autumnal blanket, signaled by the falling leaves and the noticeable chill in the air. The transition towards the colder months becomes more pronounced, with temperatures continuing their decent. Temperatures, setting between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 54°F (12.2°C), signal the start of the cold season and the gradual retreat of the warmer climate. Receiving approximately 1.2" (30mm) of rainfall over 9 days, October keeps the surroundings refreshed and ready for the coming chill. As daylight dwindles to 10.8 hours, the mesmerizing fall scenery in Whitefish comes alive.

Temperature

As Whitefish welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's agreeable 68°F (20°C) to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). Contrary to the day's heat, an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is recorded during the nights in October in Whitefish.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of October in Whitefish, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Whitefish is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.