October weather forecast
Amherst, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Amherst, Colorado, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

As Amherst transitions into October, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is witnessed in Amherst throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 53%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.5 rainfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 15.55" (395mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Amherst, the average sunshine in October is 7.6h.

UV index

In Amherst, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 53%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Amherst, CO

Average temperature in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Amherst, CO

Average pressure in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Amherst, CO

Average wind speed in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Amherst, CO

Average humidity in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Amherst, CO

Average rainfall in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Amherst, CO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Amherst, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Amherst, CO

Average UV index in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Amherst, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Amherst, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
Amherst, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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