October weather forecast
Brighton, CO

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Trees on partly frozen lake water in Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, Colorado
Trees on partly frozen lake water in Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, Colorado

Weather in October

October solidifies the presence of fall, with temperatures taking a major dip from the September readings. October in Brighton witnesses a drop in rainfall to match the cooler conditions. The first snowfall since May occurs this month, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. The city sees less sun, and the weather begins to cool significantly. October shows Brighton in its fall colors, with its vibrant foliage creating a picturesque landscape.

Temperature

With the beginning of October, Brighton's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C) in September to a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C). In the month of October, Brighton witnesses a marked temperature drop at night, averaging a low of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Brighton is 47%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, Colorado, in October, during 5.4 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Brighton, there are 80.6 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Brighton. October is the first month it typically snows in Brighton, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Brighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Brighton, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Brighton in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Brighton, is 63.5°F (17.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Brighton?

In Brighton, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

How much does it rain in Brighton in October?

In Brighton, Colorado, in October, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Brighton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Brighton, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Brighton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Brighton?

On the first day of October in Brighton, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Brighton?

In Brighton, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Brighton?

In Brighton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Brighton, CO

Average temperature in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Brighton, CO

Average pressure in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Brighton, CO

Average wind speed in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Brighton, CO

Average humidity in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

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Average rainfall in October
Brighton, CO

Average rainfall in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in October
Brighton, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Brighton, CO

Average snowfall in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Brighton, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Brighton, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Brighton, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Brighton, CO

Average UV index in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Brighton, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
Brighton, CO

Average visibility in October - Brighton, CO
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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