October weather forecast
Fort Carson, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Fort Carson, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 60.8°F (16°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

In Fort Carson, the average high-temperature in October drops from a warm 75°F (23.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). Nighttime temperature in Fort Carson lowers to an average of 39.4°F (4.1°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In Fort Carson, in October, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Carson, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Carson are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45 snowfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Fort Carson 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 Fort Carson, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Fort Carson is 7.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Fort Carson?

During October, Fort Carson experiences an average high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fort Carson?

The average relative humidity in October in Fort Carson, Colorado, is 48%.

How much does it rain in Fort Carson in October?

In Fort Carson, Colorado, in October, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Fort Carson?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fort Carson, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Fort Carson?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Fort Carson?

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 Fort Carson, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Carson have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Fort Carson, Colorado, is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Fort Carson?

In Fort Carson, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average temperature in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average pressure in October - Fort Carson, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average wind speed in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average humidity in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average rainfall in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average snowfall in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Carson, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average UV index in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Fort Carson, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Fort Carson, CO

Average visibility in October - Fort Carson, 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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