October weather forecast
Alma, CO

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The beauty of the Bristlecone Pines up the hill looking over to Alma and Fairplay, Colorado
The beauty of the Bristlecone Pines up the hill looking over to Alma and Fairplay, Colorado

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Alma, Colorado, is a frosty autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°F (-5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

As Alma welcomes October, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in September to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Alma is 64%.

Rainfall

In Alma, in October, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.5 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Alma, Colorado, in October, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 9.45" (240mm) of snow. In Alma, during the entire year, snow falls for 139 days and aggregates up to 101.69" (2583mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Alma is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Alma is 6.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Alma is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Alma in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Alma, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Alma?

The average relative humidity in October in Alma is 64%.

How much does it rain in Alma in October?

In Alma, Colorado, in October, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Alma?

In Alma, Colorado, in October, during 11.6 snowfall days, 9.45" (240mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Alma?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Alma?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alma, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alma have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Alma?

In Alma, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Alma, CO

Average temperature in October - Alma, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Alma, CO

Average pressure in October - Alma, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Alma, CO

Average wind speed in October - Alma, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Alma, CO

Average humidity in October - Alma, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in October
Alma, CO

Average rainfall in October - Alma, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in October
Alma, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Alma, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Alma, CO

Average snowfall in October - Alma, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 9.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (16.26").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

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Average snowfall days in October
Alma, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Alma, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (18.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.5 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alma, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Alma, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Alma, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Alma, CO

Average UV index in October - Alma, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Alma, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Alma, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in October
Alma, CO

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

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

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