October weather forecastDillon, MT
October
Weather in October
October fully ushers in the autumn season in Dillon. The city becomes a beautiful spectacle populated by trees blanketed in colorful fall foliage. A noticeable increase in snowfall, tallying up to 2.01" (51mm), hints at the upcoming winter. The crisp air, combined with the vibrant outdoors, create an atmosphere that is quintessentially autumn. Preparation for the winter nearing the horizon begins this month.Temperature
October's onset in Dillon is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C) in September to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). Dillon experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during October nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 63%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dillon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.7 days and collects up to 10.35" (263mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Dillon. In Dillon, during October, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 81.2 snowfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Dillon, MT
- Average high temperature in October: 49.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (10.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Dillon, MT
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Dillon, MT
- Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Dillon, MT
- Average humidity in October: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (45%).
Average rainfall in October
Dillon, MT
- Average rainfall in October: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in October
Dillon, MT
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Dillon, MT
- Average snowfall in October: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Dillon, MT
- Average snowfall days in October: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dillon, MT
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Dillon, MT
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Dillon, MT
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Dillon, MT
- Average cloud cover in October: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in October
Dillon, MT
- 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).
