October weather forecast
Pagosa Springs, CO

englishespañol中文
Share
Scenic field and beautiful waterfront homes with a cute background in Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Scenic field and beautiful waterfront homes with a cute background in Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Weather in October

October brings a distinct turn in the weather, moving into the colder realm, a marked shift from September. The first signs of winter peek through with the return of snowfall, transforming the colourful autumn canvas. Yet, October continues to receive abundant sunlight, even with shortening daylight hours. The combination of chill and sunshine brings about a unique blend of weather patterns in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

Temperature

Pagosa Springs experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) in September to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Despite a significant daily temperature range, Pagosa Springs's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Pagosa Springs, during October, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Pagosa Springs, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107 days and collects up to 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.9 snowfall days, it receives 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Pagosa Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.9 days and aggregates up to 70.08" (1780mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pagosa Springs, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Pagosa Springs, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pagosa Springs in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Pagosa Springs, records 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Pagosa Springs?

In Pagosa Springs, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October in Pagosa Springs?

In Pagosa Springs, Colorado, during October, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Pagosa Springs?

October is the first month it typically snows in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 3.9 snowfall days, it receives 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pagosa Springs have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Pagosa Springs?

On the first day of October in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pagosa Springs have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in October in Pagosa Springs?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Pagosa Springs is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average temperature in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average pressure in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average wind speed in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average humidity in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average rainfall in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average snowfall in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average UV index in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

[Resources]

Average visibility in October
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average visibility in October - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

[Resources]

Pagosa Springs, Colorado, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location