October weather forecast
Mountain City, NV

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Weather in October

October ushers in more noticeable autumnal characteristics to Mountain City's weather. Even though October is cooler than September, there`s a moderate amount of snow recorded at 1.57" (40mm), indicating winter is approaching. Daylight hours continue to decrease, adding to the feel of encroaching winter. The weather pattern shows an increase in rainfall, providing a nourishing soak to the earth before the cold months. As October ends and November begins, cold weather becomes a permanent reality, and residents brace themselves for the winter.

Temperature

As Mountain City, Nevada, transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). During the month of October, an average temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In Mountain City, the average relative humidity in October is 53%.

Rainfall

In October, in Mountain City, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mountain City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.8 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In October, in Mountain City, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.1 snowfall days, and 71.42" (1814mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mountain City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:38 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Mountain City is 8.3h.

UV index

In Mountain City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mountain City in October?

In October, in Mountain City, the average high-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mountain City?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mountain City is 53%.

How much does it rain in Mountain City in October?

In Mountain City, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in Mountain City?

In Mountain City, in October, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain City have in October?

In Mountain City, Nevada, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Mountain City?

On the first day of October in Mountain City, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:38 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain City have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mountain City?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mountain City, Nevada, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mountain City, NV

Average temperature in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Mountain City, NV

Average pressure in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mountain City, NV

Average wind speed in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Mountain City, NV

Average humidity in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average humidity in October: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

Average rainfall in October
Mountain City, NV

Average rainfall in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Mountain City, NV

Average rainfall days in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mountain City, NV

Average snowfall in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (14.69").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mountain City, NV

Average snowfall days in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mountain City, NV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mountain City, NV

Average sunshine days in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Mountain City, NV

Average UV index in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Mountain City, NV

Average cloud cover in October - Mountain City, NV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
Mountain City, NV

Average visibility in October - Mountain City, NV
  • 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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