October weather forecast
Rico, CO

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The hilly slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Rico, Colorado, beautiful yellow trees and distant bare hilltops
The hilly slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Rico, Colorado, beautiful yellow trees and distant bare hilltops

Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Rico, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). October nights in Rico are marked by an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and October Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Rico. In Rico, in October, during 8 snowfall days, 7.83" (199mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rico, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.8 days and aggregates up to 121.42" (3084mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Rico, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. 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 are October temperatures in Rico?

During October, Rico experiences an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rico?

In October, the average relative humidity in Rico, Colorado, is 59%.

What is the driest month in Rico?

The months with the least rainfall are January and October Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in October in Rico?

In Rico, during October, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Rico?

In Rico, during October, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rico have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Rico?

On the first day of October in Rico, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rico have in October?

In Rico, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Rico?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Rico, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rico, CO

Average temperature in October - Rico, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Rico, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Rico, CO

Average wind speed in October - Rico, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Rico, CO

Average humidity in October - Rico, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

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Average rainfall in October
Rico, CO

Average rainfall in October - Rico, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and October (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in October
Rico, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Rico, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Rico, CO

Average snowfall in October - Rico, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (22.13").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.08").

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Average snowfall days in October
Rico, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Rico, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rico, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Rico, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Rico, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Rico, CO

Average UV index in October - Rico, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Rico, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Rico, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in October
Rico, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, 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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