October weather forecast
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Sleeping Buffalo, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Sleeping Buffalo, in October, experiences an average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Sleeping Buffalo is 58%.

Rainfall

In Sleeping Buffalo, in October, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sleeping Buffalo are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Sleeping Buffalo, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, in Sleeping Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sleeping Buffalo, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Sleeping Buffalo?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Sleeping Buffalo, is 54.3°F (12.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sleeping Buffalo?

In Sleeping Buffalo, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How much does it rain in Sleeping Buffalo in October?

In Sleeping Buffalo, Montana, during October, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Sleeping Buffalo?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sleeping Buffalo, Montana. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Sleeping Buffalo?

The average day length in October in Sleeping Buffalo, Montana, is 10h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sleeping Buffalo?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sleeping Buffalo, Montana, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:51 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sleeping Buffalo?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sleeping Buffalo is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sleeping Buffalo?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Sleeping Buffalo?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sleeping Buffalo is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average temperature in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average wind speed in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average humidity in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average rainfall in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average rainfall days in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall days in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average sunshine days in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average UV index in October - Sleeping Buffalo, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average cloud cover in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in October
Sleeping Buffalo, MT

Average visibility in October - Sleeping Buffalo, MT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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