October weather forecastCottonwood Heights, UT
October
Weather in October
October is a month of transition from the mild conditions of early fall to the chill of late fall. Cottonwood Heights experiences a marked departure from the balmy temperatures of September. Wind speeds remain steadied at about 5.4mph (8.7km/h), making for cool but not gusty conditions. The city dons a distinctive autumnal look with leaves turning from green to shades of red, orange, and yellow. As the month concludes, sense the imminent arrival of winter and the corresponding drop in temperatures.Temperature
October in Cottonwood Heights signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a mild 57°F (13.9°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is noted in Cottonwood Heights.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Cottonwood Heights is 54%.Rainfall
In Cottonwood Heights, in October, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cottonwood Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 16.34" (415mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cottonwood Heights. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cottonwood Heights, there are 62.8 snowfall days, and 51.65" (1312mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Cottonwood Heights is 11h and 7min.On the first day of October in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, is 7.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average high temperature in October: 57°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 37.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average humidity in October: 54%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).
Average rainfall in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average rainfall in October: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average snowfall in October: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average UV index in October: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Average cloud cover in October: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in October
Cottonwood Heights, UT
- 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).
