October weather forecast
Basin, WY

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Weather in October

October sees a further deepening of autumn in Basin, Wyoming. While temperatures continue their downward trend, the remarkable decrease in daylight hours begins to limit outdoor activities. Rainfall maintains a steady pace, and snowfall begins to make its reappearance into the weather equation. Important to note is the significant drop in high temperatures, descending to 55.6°F (13.1°C) from September's 73.2°F (22.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October in Basin, Wyoming, sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). Basin in October experiences a low-temperature average of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In Basin, during October, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Basin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.2 days and collects up to 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Basin. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Basin, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.4 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Basin, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Basin, the average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Basin?

During October, Basin experiences an average high-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Basin?

In October, the average relative humidity in Basin, Wyoming, is 48%.

How much does it rain in Basin in October?

In Basin, Wyoming, in October, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Basin?

October is the first month it typically snows in Basin. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Basin have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Basin?

On the first day of October in Basin, Wyoming, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Basin have in October?

In Basin, Wyoming, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Basin?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Basin is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Basin, WY

Average temperature in October - Basin, WY
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Basin, WY

Average pressure in October - Basin, WY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Basin, WY

Average wind speed in October - Basin, WY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Basin, WY

Average humidity in October - Basin, WY
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (33%).

Average rainfall in October
Basin, WY

Average rainfall in October - Basin, WY
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Basin, WY

Average rainfall days in October - Basin, WY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Basin, WY

Average snowfall in October - Basin, WY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Basin, WY

Average snowfall days in October - Basin, WY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Basin, WY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Basin, WY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Basin, WY

Average sunshine days in October - Basin, WY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Basin, WY

Average UV index in October - Basin, WY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Basin, WY

Average cloud cover in October - Basin, WY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Basin, WY

Average visibility in October - Basin, WY
  • 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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