October weather forecast
Fort Lyon, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Fort Lyon, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into October is marked by a considerable temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C) in September to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature dips to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

In Fort Lyon, the average relative humidity in October is 45%.

Rainfall

In Fort Lyon, in October, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Lyon. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fort Lyon, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Lyon, the average sunshine in October is 8h.

UV index

In Fort Lyon, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Lyon in October?

In Fort Lyon, in October, the average high-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fort Lyon?

In Fort Lyon, the average relative humidity in October is 45%.

How much does it rain in Fort Lyon in October?

In October, in Fort Lyon, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Fort Lyon?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fort Lyon. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Fort Lyon?

In Fort Lyon, Colorado, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Fort Lyon?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Lyon, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Lyon have in October?

In Fort Lyon, the average sunshine duration in October is 8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Fort Lyon?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Fort Lyon, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average temperature in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average pressure in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average wind speed in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average humidity in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average rainfall in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average snowfall in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Lyon, CO

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average UV index in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Lyon, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in October
Fort Lyon, CO

Average visibility in October - Fort Lyon, 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).

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