October weather forecast
Sidney, MT

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Weather in October

By October, the full glory of the fall season is witnessed in Sidney. Colorful trees adorn the city streets, creating a picturesque environment. The drop in temperature continues with the prevalence of crisp, refreshing mornings and evenings. Residents prepare for harsher weather conditions as snowfall makes a reappearance of 0.31" (8mm). The transition into winter becomes apparent as the days continue to shorten.

Temperature

The shift into October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). An average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Sidney, Montana, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Sidney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.7 days and collects up to 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Sidney, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.1 days and aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sidney, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Sidney, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sidney, Montana, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sidney in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Sidney, is 55°F (12.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sidney?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Sidney?

In Sidney, Montana, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Sidney?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sidney. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sidney have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sidney?

On the first day of October in Sidney, Montana, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sidney?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Sidney, Montana, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sidney?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sidney is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sidney, MT

Average temperature in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sidney, MT

Average pressure in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Sidney, MT

Average wind speed in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sidney, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sidney, MT

Average rainfall in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sidney, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sidney, MT

Average snowfall in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sidney, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sidney, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sidney, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sidney, MT

Average UV index in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Sidney, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Sidney, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in October
Sidney, MT

Average visibility in October - Sidney, 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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