October weather forecast
Rifle, CO

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The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below
The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Rifle, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.7°F (12.6°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Rifle experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Rifle endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In Rifle, Colorado, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

Rainfall

In Rifle, Colorado, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rifle, there are 107.7 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Rifle, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 36.85" (936mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rifle, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, in Rifle, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Rifle, 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rifle in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rifle are 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Rifle?

In Rifle, Colorado, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

How much does it rain in Rifle in October?

In Rifle, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Rifle?

October is the first month it typically snows in Rifle. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rifle have in October?

In October, the average day length in Rifle, Colorado, is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Rifle?

On the first day of October in Rifle, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rifle have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Rifle is 7.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Rifle?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rifle, CO

Average temperature in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in October
Rifle, CO

Average pressure in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Rifle, CO

Average wind speed in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Rifle, CO

Average humidity in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

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Average rainfall in October
Rifle, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rifle, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Rifle, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Rifle, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Rifle, CO

Average UV index in October - Rifle, 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
Rifle, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in October
Rifle, CO

Average visibility in October - Rifle, 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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