October weather forecast
Prospect Valley, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Prospect Valley, Colorado, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 62.6°F (17°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, Prospect Valley's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Despite the stark contrast with daytime temperatures, Prospect Valley's October nights average at an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

In Prospect Valley, Colorado, the average relative humidity in October is 48%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prospect Valley, there are 81.5 rainfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Prospect Valley. October is the first month it typically snows in Prospect Valley. Throughout October, in the average 2.7 snowfall days, it receives 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32 snowfall days, and 15.35" (390mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prospect Valley, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October in Prospect Valley, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Prospect Valley is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Prospect Valley is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. 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

What is the average October temperature in Prospect Valley?

Prospect Valley in October has an average high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Prospect Valley?

In Prospect Valley, Colorado, the average relative humidity in October is 48%.

How many days does it rain in October in Prospect Valley?

In Prospect Valley, Colorado, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Prospect Valley?

October is the first month it typically snows in Prospect Valley. Throughout October, in the average 2.7 snowfall days, it receives 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect Valley have in October?

In Prospect Valley, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Prospect Valley?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prospect Valley, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Prospect Valley?

The average sunshine duration in October in Prospect Valley, Colorado, is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Prospect Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average temperature in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average pressure in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average wind speed in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and December (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average humidity in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (42%).

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Average rainfall in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average rainfall in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average snowfall in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Prospect Valley, CO

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

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average UV index in October - Prospect Valley, 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
Prospect Valley, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average visibility in October - Prospect Valley, 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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