October weather forecastVail, CO
October
Weather in October
In October, Vail transitions from vibrant autumn hues to the initial whispers of winter. The cool daytime temperatures drop to around 46.2°F (7.9°C). A gradual decrease in daylight shortens outdoor hours and calls for adequate preparation to layer up for temperature fluctuations. Ski enthusiasts and visitors hoping to witness the first snows of the season might end up lucky towards the end of the month. With the festivity of Halloween in full swing, events and decorations around town generate a unique charm.Temperature
October's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from September's refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Despite the intense daytime heat, Vail sustains a steady low-temperature average of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) during October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 64%.Rainfall
In Vail, in October, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In Vail, during October, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 107.8 snowfall days, and 77.72" (1974mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Vail, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Vail is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Vail, CO
- Average high temperature in October: 46.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.3°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 23.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Vail, CO
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Vail, CO
- Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Vail, CO
- Average humidity in October: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).
Average rainfall in October
Vail, CO
- Average rainfall in October: 0.83"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Vail, CO
- Average rainfall days in October: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Vail, CO
- Average snowfall in October: 5.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.38").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").
Average snowfall days in October
Vail, CO
- Average snowfall days in October: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Vail, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Vail, CO
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Vail, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Vail, CO
- Average cloud cover in October: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in October
Vail, CO
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).
