October weather forecast
Dolores, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dolores, Colorado, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.2°F (16.2°C) and min 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

In Dolores, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's warm 75°F (23.9°C) to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). Nighttime temperature in Dolores lowers to an average of 41.7°F (5.4°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Dolores, Colorado, is 44%.

Rainfall

In Dolores, during October, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Dolores, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.9 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Dolores. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.4 snowfall days, and 29.29" (744mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dolores, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, in Dolores, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dolores in October?

Dolores in October has an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dolores?

In October, the average relative humidity in Dolores, Colorado, is 44%.

How many days does it rain in October in Dolores?

In Dolores, in October, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Dolores?

October is the first month it typically snows in Dolores. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Dolores?

In Dolores, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Dolores?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dolores, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dolores?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Dolores?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Dolores, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dolores, CO

Average temperature in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Dolores, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dolores, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dolores, CO

Average humidity in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in October
Dolores, CO

Average rainfall in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Dolores, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dolores, CO

Average snowfall in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dolores, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dolores, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Dolores, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Dolores, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Dolores, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Dolores, CO

Average visibility in October - Dolores, 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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