October weather forecastColorado Springs, CO
October
Weather in October
October brings with it cooler temperatures; a clear shift from the warm reminiscence of September to the chilly forecasts of winter. Colorado Springs sees temperatures drop between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C). Meanwhile, the commencement of snowfall at 3.31" (84mm) signals the arrival of winter. Shorter daylight hours prevail, with winds creating a fuzzy atmosphere that defines typical October weather in Colorado Springs.Temperature
With October's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from September's agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). Colorado Springs records a consistent low-temperature average of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during October, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Colorado Springs is 52%.Rainfall
In October, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Colorado Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.3 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Colorado Springs, in October, during 3.4 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Colorado Springs, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 42.13" (1070mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Colorado Springs is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Colorado Springs, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Colorado Springs. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 35.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average humidity in October: 52%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).
Average rainfall in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average rainfall in October: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average snowfall in October: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average snowfall days in October: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average sunshine days in October: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Colorado Springs, CO
- Average cloud cover in October: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and November (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in October
Colorado Springs, 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).
