October weather forecastGlenwood Springs, CO
October
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
The shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Despite higher daytime temperatures, nighttime averages fall to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in October.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. In Glenwood Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall 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
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October, 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.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Glenwood Springs, CO
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
