October weather forecast
Drake, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Drake, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Drake logs a substantial downturn to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) during October nights, a considerable shift from daytime highs.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout October, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Drake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.8 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 snowfall days, it receives 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Drake, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 27.72" (704mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

In Drake, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Drake in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Drake, is 58.1°F (14.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 52%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Drake, during October, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 snowfall days, it receives 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Drake have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Drake?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Drake, CO

Average temperature in October - Drake, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Drake, CO

Average pressure in October - Drake, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Drake, CO

Average wind speed in October - Drake, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Drake, CO

Average humidity in October - Drake, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in October
Drake, CO

Average rainfall in October - Drake, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Drake, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Drake, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Drake, CO

Average snowfall in October - Drake, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Drake, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Drake, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Drake, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Drake, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Drake, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Drake, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Drake, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Drake, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Drake, CO

Average visibility in October - Drake, 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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