October weather forecast
Elk, WY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Elk, Wyoming, is another chilly autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings a significant change in Elk's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C) to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Elk's average low-temperature for the month of October records at a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In October, in Elk, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk, there are 111.6 rainfall days, and 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through July, September through December. In Elk, in October, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 10.31" (262mm) of snow. In Elk, during the entire year, snow falls for 153.4 days and aggregates up to 167.36" (4251mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in October leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Elk?

Elk in October has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elk?

In October, the average relative humidity in Elk is 72%.

How much does it rain in Elk in October?

In October, in Elk, Wyoming, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elk in October?

In October, in Elk, Wyoming, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Elk?

The average day length in October in Elk is 10h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Elk?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elk, Wyoming, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Elk, Wyoming, is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elk?

The months with the lowest UV index in Elk are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Elk?

In Elk, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Elk, WY

Average temperature in October - Elk, WY
  • Average high temperature in October: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Elk, WY

Average pressure in October - Elk, WY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Elk, WY

Average wind speed in October - Elk, WY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Elk, WY

Average humidity in October - Elk, WY
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

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Average rainfall in October
Elk, WY

Average rainfall in October - Elk, WY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in October
Elk, WY

Average rainfall days in October - Elk, WY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Elk, WY

Average snowfall in October - Elk, WY
  • Average snowfall in October: 10.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29.65").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Elk, WY

Average snowfall days in October - Elk, WY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk, WY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elk, WY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Elk, WY

Average sunshine days in October - Elk, WY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Elk, WY

Average UV index in October - Elk, WY
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Elk, WY

Average cloud cover in October - Elk, WY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in October
Elk, WY

Average visibility in October - Elk, WY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (3mi).

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