October weather forecast
Opal, WY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Opal, Wyoming, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). October in Opal witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Opal, Wyoming, is 56%.

Rainfall

In Opal, in October, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.8 rainfall days, and 11.46" (291mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Opal are January through June, September through December. In Opal, during October, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.9 snowfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Opal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Opal is 7.2h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. 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 are October temperatures in Opal?

October temperatures in Opal, Wyoming, vary between a high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Opal?

In October, the average relative humidity is 56%.

How much does it rain in Opal in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in Opal?

In Opal, in October, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Opal?

The average day length in October in Opal is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Opal?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Opal have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Opal, Wyoming, is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Opal?

The months with the lowest UV index in Opal, Wyoming, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October in Opal?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Opal, Wyoming, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Opal, WY

Average temperature in October - Opal, WY
  • Average high temperature in October: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Opal, WY

Average pressure in October - Opal, WY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Opal, WY

Average wind speed in October - Opal, WY
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Opal, WY

Average humidity in October - Opal, WY
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (35%).

Average rainfall in October
Opal, WY

Average rainfall in October - Opal, WY
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Opal, WY

Average rainfall days in October - Opal, WY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Opal, WY

Average snowfall in October - Opal, WY
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Opal, WY

Average snowfall days in October - Opal, WY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Opal, WY
  • 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: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Opal, WY

Average sunshine days in October - Opal, WY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Opal, WY

Average UV index in October - Opal, WY
  • 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Opal, WY

Average cloud cover in October - Opal, WY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Opal, WY

Average visibility in October - Opal, WY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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