October weather forecast
Ridgway, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Ridgway, Colorado, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.9°F (10.5°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

October brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in September to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout October nights, Ridgway experiences a consistent temperature average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Ridgway, the average relative humidity in October is 57%.

Rainfall

In Ridgway, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.7 rainfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Ridgway, Colorado, in October, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 91.5 snowfall days, and 66.1" (1679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ridgway, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Ridgway, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ridgway is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. 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 Ridgway?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Ridgway, is 50.9°F (10.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ridgway?

In October, the average relative humidity in Ridgway, Colorado, is 57%.

How much does it rain in Ridgway in October?

In October, in Ridgway, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October in Ridgway?

In Ridgway, Colorado, in October, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

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

In Ridgway, Colorado, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ridgway?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ridgway?

The average sunshine duration in October in Ridgway, Colorado, is 7.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ridgway?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Ridgway?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ridgway, CO

Average temperature in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ridgway, CO

Average pressure in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Ridgway, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ridgway, CO

Average humidity in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ridgway, CO

Average rainfall in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ridgway, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ridgway, CO

Average snowfall in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (11.81").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ridgway, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ridgway, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ridgway, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Ridgway, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in October
Ridgway, CO

Average visibility in October - Ridgway, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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