Montana weather in October
Are you planning a trip to Montana in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Montana in October?
Montana is a region in the United States of America. October in Montana generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Big Sky at 10°C to moderate in Hardin at 18°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C in Hardin and -2°C in Big Sky.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Chester with an average of 17 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Big Sky with 59 mm.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Montana, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Montana's yearly weather, check out our Montana climate page.
Where to go in Montana in October
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Popular destinations in Montana
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Montana?
Average weather in Whitefish
In October Whitefish generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Billings
In October Billings generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Great Falls
In October Great Falls generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Helena
In October Helena generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Red Lodge
In October Red Lodge generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Montana, in the United States of America.
Is October the best time to visit Montana?
In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Montana with often unpleasant weather in Whitefish.
Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Whitefish. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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