October weather forecast
Fruita, CO

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Weather in October

October's weather in Fruita offers a fascinating montage of autumnal shades and fluctuating temperatures. The first whiff of chill fills the air and the trees transform into beautifully leaf-crafted sculptures. The city begins to hibernate as temperatures seesaw, dipping to a relatively cool 40.1°F (4.5°C). The first snowfall of the year, a slight 0.35" (9mm), softly converts the city into a winter wonderland with a light dusting. It's that time of year when Fruita residents brace for the creeping up of winter.

Temperature

The onset of October marks a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). Fruita records an average temperature drop to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) in October.

Humidity

In Fruita, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Fruita is October, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Fruita. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fruita, there are 30 snowfall days, and 13.03" (331mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, in Fruita, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Fruita is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Fruita is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Fruita?

October temperatures in Fruita vary between a high-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and a low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fruita?

In Fruita, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

What is the wettest month in Fruita?

The month with the most rainfall in Fruita, Colorado, is October, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Fruita in October?

In Fruita, in October, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Fruita?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fruita, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Fruita?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fruita, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Fruita?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Fruita?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Fruita is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fruita, CO

Average temperature in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fruita, CO

Average pressure in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Fruita, CO

Average wind speed in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fruita, CO

Average humidity in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (30%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fruita, CO

Average rainfall in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fruita, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fruita, CO

Average snowfall in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fruita, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Fruita, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fruita, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fruita, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fruita, CO

Average UV index in October - Fruita, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Fruita, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Fruita, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in October
Fruita, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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