October weather forecastFederal Heights, CO
October
Weather in October
Fall in full swing, October in Federal Heights offers temperatures between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 63°F (17.2°C). Remarkably, this month witnesses the return of snow with 3.7" (94mm) accumulating over 2.7 days, adding to the fall foliage charm. Stake out for surprisingly clear skies with cloud cover seen at only 17%. The average wind speed maintains at 5.9mph (9.5km/h), rustling the drying leaves. A hike in atmospheric pressure to 30.03in denotes the shifting patterns.Temperature
As Federal Heights transitions into October, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). Federal Heights witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) throughout October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 46%.Rainfall
In Federal Heights, in October, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Federal Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) 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 2.7 snowfall days, it receives 3.7" (94mm) of snow. In Federal Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 31.3" (795mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October in Federal Heights, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.4h.UV index
In Federal Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average high temperature in October: 63°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 39.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and December (5.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average humidity in October: 46%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (40%).
Average rainfall in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average rainfall in October: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.35").
Average rainfall days in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average snowfall in October: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Federal Heights, 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 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Federal Heights, CO
- Average cloud cover in October: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in October
Federal Heights, 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).
