October weather forecastPocatello, ID
October
Weather in October
October continues the fall season in Pocatello, Idaho while preparing inhabitants for the upcoming winter. High temperatures cool further down to 56.8°F (13.8°C) as against September's 74.3°F (23.5°C), hinting at the approaching winter. The trees continue to shed leaves, decorating the sidewalks with a carpet of colors. Residents start unpacking their warm clothing and preparing for the colder months ahead. Halloween activities are a hallmark of this month, making the cityscape vibrant despite the subdued fall setting.Temperature
With the onset of October, Pocatello experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 54%.Rainfall
In Pocatello, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.1 rainfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In October, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout October, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.2 snowfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Pocatello, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Pocatello, the average sunshine in October is 7.6h.UV index
In Pocatello, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 38.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (17.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average wind speed in October: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average humidity in October: 54%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (33%).
Average rainfall in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average rainfall in October: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").
Average rainfall days in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average snowfall in October: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 36min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Pocatello, ID
- Average cloud cover in October: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in October
Pocatello, ID
- 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).
