Idaho Weather Forecast
Idaho weather: 58°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Idaho?
Yes - rain is likely in Idaho today.
A 53% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,7 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu and Fri.
The next 7 days carry about 2.6 times a normal week's rain for October (0,7 in against 0,3 in).
16-day forecast for Idaho
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 22 | 🌦️ Light rain | 75° / 49° | 53% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌧️ Rain | 56° / 39° | 61% · 0,3 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 32° | 0% | 6 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 49° | 0% | 9 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 53° | 14% | 14 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 60° / 46° | 14% · 0,3 in | 12 mph | 3 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 45° | 3% | 7 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 56° / 45° | 4% | 11 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 47° / 38° | 9% | 10 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 47° / 40° | 12% | 7 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 49° / 37° | 13% | 10 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 51° / 37° | 22% | 7 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 55° / 40° | 6% | 6 mph | 3 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 43° | 13% | 4 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 46° | 19% | 4 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 47° | 19% | 7 mph | 3 |
What this means for Idaho
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 75°F is 10.1°F above the 65°F typical for this month.
A 53% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 82°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 75°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Idaho?
Idaho is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 43.615, -116.2023. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Idaho right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Idaho?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Idaho, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Idaho in?
Idaho observes America/Boise (UTC-06:00). The local time is 8:09 PM.
How many people live in Idaho?
Idaho has a population of approximately 2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Idaho?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 291 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Idaho?
Popular options include Palouse Falls State Park.
What places are in Idaho?
Idaho covers 1 places in this atlas, including Boise.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 22, 2026 at 8:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
