October weather forecast
Fort Shaw, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fort Shaw, Montana, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.7°F (2.6°C) and max 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

As Fort Shaw steps into October, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) of September to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Fort Shaw's average low-temperature is measured at an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Fort Shaw is 61%.

Rainfall

In Fort Shaw, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Fort Shaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.8 days and collects up to 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Shaw are January through May, September through December. In October, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fort Shaw, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.4 days and aggregates up to 35.35" (898mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Fort Shaw is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Shaw are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fort Shaw in October?

During October, Fort Shaw experiences an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fort Shaw?

In October, the average relative humidity in Fort Shaw, Montana, is 61%.

How many days does it rain in October in Fort Shaw?

In Fort Shaw, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Shaw in October?

In Fort Shaw, during October, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Shaw have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Fort Shaw?

On the first day of October in Fort Shaw, Montana, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Fort Shaw?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Shaw?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Shaw, Montana, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Fort Shaw?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Shaw, Montana, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average temperature in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average pressure in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average wind speed in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average humidity in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average rainfall in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and July (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average snowfall in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 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
Fort Shaw, MT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average UV index in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in October
Fort Shaw, MT

Average visibility in October - Fort Shaw, MT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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