October weather forecastAlamosa, CO
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Alamosa, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59°F (15°C) and an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).Temperature
A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a moderate 59°F (15°C). Alamosa, during the nights of October, registers a substantial plunge from the daytime high, averaging at a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Alamosa, Colorado, is 47%.Rainfall
In Alamosa, during October, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77.3 rainfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Alamosa, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Alamosa, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 20.08" (510mm) of snow.Daylight
In Alamosa, Colorado, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.On the first day of October in Alamosa, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Alamosa, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Alamosa, Colorado, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average high temperature in October: 59°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average humidity in October: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).
Average rainfall in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average rainfall in October: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.31").
Average rainfall days in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average rainfall days in October: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average snowfall in October: 2.05"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 30min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average sunshine days in October: 23.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Alamosa, 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
Alamosa, CO
- Average cloud cover in October: 12
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in October
Alamosa, CO
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
