October weather forecast
Ridgeway, MT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Ridgeway, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

As Ridgeway, Montana, steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Ridgeway cools down to an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Ridgeway, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ridgeway are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In Ridgeway, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ridgeway in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Ridgeway, records 55.4°F (13°C), while the low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ridgeway?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ridgeway?

In Ridgeway, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Ridgeway?

October is the first month it typically snows in Ridgeway. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeway have in October?

In Ridgeway, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ridgeway?

On the first day of October in Ridgeway, Montana, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:46 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ridgeway?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Ridgeway, Montana, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Ridgeway?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ridgeway, Montana, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average temperature in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average pressure in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average wind speed in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average humidity in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average rainfall in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average snowfall in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ridgeway, MT

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

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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average UV index in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Ridgeway, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Ridgeway, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in October
Ridgeway, MT

Average visibility in October - Ridgeway, 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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