October weather forecastCañon City, CO
October
Weather in October
October brings in the crisp autumn season, with an increasingly cooler temperature range from 36.1°F (2.3°C) to 59.2°F (15.1°C). The first flakes of the year may make an early appearance, marking the beginning of the snowy season. The reduced daylight hours mark shorter days, ringing in the approaching winter. Outdoor activities require warmer gear, particularly towards the end of the month when temperatures can dip. Despite lesser rain and oncoming winter, October in Cañon City still promises its fair share of sunny days.Temperature
October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). Nightly average temperatures in October reveal a significant dip from daytime highs in Cañon City, registering a consistent a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Cañon City is 49%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout October, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cañon City, Colorado, there are 108.6 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Cañon City, Colorado, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Cañon City. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38 snowfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Cañon City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Cañon City, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average humidity in October: 49%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).
Average rainfall in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average rainfall in October: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").
Average rainfall days in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average rainfall days in October: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average snowfall in October: 3.23"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cañon City, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Cañon City, CO
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Cañon City, 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
Cañon City, CO
- Average cloud cover in October: 14
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in October
Cañon City, 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).
