October weather forecast
Durango, CO

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A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton
A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton

Weather in October

October imbues Durango in the full glory of fall with a kaleidoscope of colors adorning cityscapes. The plunge in temperature becomes more evident, hinting at the approaching winter season. Yet, with an average high of 55.4°F (13°C), the weather remains moderately comfortable. While daylight continues to lessen, the month is still abundant in natural beauty. October in Durango, thus, offers a captivating experience to leaf-peepers and autumn enthusiasts alike.

Temperature

The start of October in Durango involves a temperature drop, moving from an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C) in September to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). The nights of October anticipate an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 53%.

Rainfall

In Durango, in October, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.4 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) 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 3 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.1 snowfall days, and 74.06" (1881mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Durango in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.4°F (13°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 53%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Durango, during October, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Durango, CO

Average temperature in October - Durango, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Durango, CO

Average wind speed in October - Durango, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in October
Durango, CO

Average rainfall in October - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Durango, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Durango, CO

Average snowfall in October - Durango, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Durango, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Durango, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Durango, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Durango, CO

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

Average cloud cover in October
Durango, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Durango, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Durango, CO

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

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

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