October weather forecast
Cottonwood, ID

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Cottonwood, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from September to October brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C). An average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is observed during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Cottonwood is 66%.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cottonwood are January through June, September through December. In Cottonwood, in October, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cottonwood, there are 112.2 snowfall days, and 105.79" (2687mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of October in Cottonwood, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Cottonwood, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In Cottonwood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Cottonwood?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, the average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How much does it rain in Cottonwood in October?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, in October, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, in October, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in October is 10h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cottonwood?

On the first day of October in Cottonwood, Idaho, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in October?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cottonwood?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Cottonwood, Idaho, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average temperature in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average pressure in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average wind speed in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and November (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average humidity in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

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Average rainfall in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall days in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.11").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall days in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average sunshine days in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average UV index in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average cloud cover in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in October
Cottonwood, ID

Average visibility in October - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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