October weather forecast
Carbondale, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Carbondale, Colorado, is another fresh autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average high of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Carbondale undergoes a major shift from daytime highs, averaging a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during the night in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Carbondale, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carbondale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 12.2" (310mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Carbondale, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.7 days and aggregates up to 56.02" (1423mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Carbondale, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October in Carbondale, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Carbondale, 52.9°F (11.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carbondale have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carbondale have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Carbondale is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In Carbondale, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Carbondale, CO

Average temperature in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Carbondale, CO

Average pressure in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Carbondale, CO

Average wind speed in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Carbondale, CO

Average humidity in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Carbondale, CO

Average rainfall in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Carbondale, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Carbondale, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Carbondale, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Carbondale, 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 and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Carbondale, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Carbondale, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Carbondale, CO

Average UV index in October - Carbondale, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Carbondale, CO

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

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

Average visibility in October
Carbondale, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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