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When to go · Big Sky

Big Sky in October

Good month. Outside the best window (Dec–Mar (ski), Jun–Sep (hiking, rafting, Yellowstone)). Across United States: Best all-round month: New England foliage, desert parks, cooler cities. High roads start closing late in the month.

Key facts

Verdict
Good
Temperature
13°C / −2°C
average high / low
Rain days
9
Crowds
Medium
United States overall
Prices
Medium
United States overall

Verdict

GoodUnited States month rating

Outside the best window (Dec–Mar (ski), Jun–Sep (hiking, rafting, Yellowstone)). Across United States: Best all-round month: New England foliage, desert parks, cooler cities. High roads start closing late in the month.

Weather in October

Long-term averages
  • Big SkyHighs around 13 °C, lows around -2 °C, rain on about 9 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · United States overall
Medium
Prices · United States overall
Medium

United States overall: Best all-round month: New England foliage, desert parks, cooler cities. High roads start closing late in the month.

What to pack

  • A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings

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