October weather forecastElkdale, CO
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Elkdale, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).Temperature
As September transitions into October, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). The anticipated average low-temperature for October, a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C), shows a substantial deviation from the daytime maximums.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.Rainfall
In Elkdale, Colorado, in October, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.3 rainfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Elkdale, in October, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 5.67" (144mm) of snow. In Elkdale, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.7 days and aggregates up to 59.88" (1521mm) of snow.Daylight
In Elkdale, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average high temperature in October: 47.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average humidity in October: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).
Average rainfall in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average rainfall in October: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.55").
Average rainfall days in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average rainfall days in October: 4.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average snowfall in October: 5.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (10.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average snowfall days in October: 9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average cloud cover in October: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in October
Elkdale, CO
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).
