October weather forecast
Colorado Springs, CO

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Beautiful autumn dusk in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Beautiful autumn dusk in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Weather in October

October brings with it cooler temperatures; a clear shift from the warm reminiscence of September to the chilly forecasts of winter. Colorado Springs sees temperatures drop between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C). Meanwhile, the commencement of snowfall at 3.31" (84mm) signals the arrival of winter. Shorter daylight hours prevail, with winds creating a fuzzy atmosphere that defines typical October weather in Colorado Springs.

Temperature

With October's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from September's agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). Colorado Springs records a consistent low-temperature average of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during October, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Colorado Springs is 52%.

Rainfall

In October, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Colorado Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.3 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Colorado Springs, in October, during 3.4 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Colorado Springs, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 42.13" (1070mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Colorado Springs is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Colorado Springs, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Colorado Springs. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Colorado Springs?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Colorado Springs, is 57.9°F (14.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Colorado Springs?

In October, the average relative humidity is 52%.

How many days does it rain in October in Colorado Springs?

In Colorado Springs, during October, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colorado Springs in October?

In Colorado Springs, Colorado, during October, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colorado Springs have in October?

In Colorado Springs, Colorado, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Colorado Springs?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colorado Springs, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Colorado Springs?

In Colorado Springs, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Colorado Springs?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Colorado Springs?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Colorado Springs is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average temperature in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average pressure in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average wind speed in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average humidity in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average rainfall in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average snowfall in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Colorado Springs, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average UV index in October - Colorado Springs, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and November (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Colorado Springs, CO

Average visibility in October - Colorado Springs, 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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