October weather forecast
Glenwood Springs, CO

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The natural beauty of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in the tourist spot of the Hanging Lake
The natural beauty of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in the tourist spot of the Hanging Lake

Weather in October

Steadily declining temperatures mark October in Glenwood Springs, a noticeable change from the mild September weather. Early instances of snow with 2.64" (67mm) reported represent the onset of winter. The city transitions from the colorful fall foliage to a serene, bleached landscape. The cooler temperatures augur the impending full-blown winter season arriving with November.

Temperature

With the onset of October, Glenwood Springs's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from September's agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). October nights showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In Glenwood Springs, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In Glenwood Springs, in October, during 9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Glenwood Springs, there are 123 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, are January through June, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Glenwood Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.4 days and aggregates up to 49.13" (1248mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Glenwood Springs, the average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Glenwood Springs. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Glenwood Springs?

In Glenwood Springs, in October, the average high-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Glenwood Springs?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October in Glenwood Springs?

In October, in Glenwood Springs, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Glenwood Springs?

October is the first month it typically snows in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Glenwood Springs have in October?

The average day length in October in Glenwood Springs is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Glenwood Springs?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Glenwood Springs?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Glenwood Springs?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Glenwood Springs?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average temperature in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average pressure in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average wind speed in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average humidity in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

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Average rainfall in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average rainfall in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average snowfall in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Glenwood Springs, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average UV index in October - Glenwood Springs, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in October
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average visibility in October - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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