October weather forecast
May, ID

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in May, Idaho, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

May's transition into October is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C) in September to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). May experiences an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

In May, Idaho, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In May, Idaho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.7 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, in October, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in May, there are 51.7 snowfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of October, in May, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, Idaho, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during October is 49.6°F (9.8°C) and the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in May?

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How many days does it rain in October in May?

In October, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in May in October?

In May, in October, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in May?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in May, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:25 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does May have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in May?

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

Average temperature in October - May, ID
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
May, ID

Average pressure in October - May, ID
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
May, ID

Average wind speed in October - May, ID
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
May, ID

Average humidity in October - May, ID
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).

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Average rainfall in October
May, ID

Average rainfall in October - May, ID
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in October
May, ID

Average rainfall days in October - May, ID
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
May, ID

Average snowfall in October - May, ID
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
May, ID

Average snowfall days in October - May, ID
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.1 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
May, ID

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - May, ID
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
May, ID

Average sunshine days in October - May, ID
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (17.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
May, ID

Average UV index in October - May, ID
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
May, ID

Average cloud cover in October - May, ID
  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in October
May, ID

Average visibility in October - May, ID
  • 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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