October weather forecast
Hereford, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Hereford, Colorado, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). An average nighttime temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is observed during October.

Humidity

In Hereford, the average relative humidity in October is 51%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116 rainfall days, and 14.57" (370mm) 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 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62 snowfall days, and 30.51" (775mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Hereford, is 57.2°F (14°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 51%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Hereford, in October, during 8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Hereford?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hereford have in October?

In Hereford, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Hereford?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:53 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hereford have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Hereford is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°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 (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.3°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Hereford, CO

Average pressure in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hereford, CO

Average wind speed in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Hereford, CO

Average humidity in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in October
Hereford, CO

Average rainfall in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Hereford, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hereford, CO

Average snowfall in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hereford, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hereford, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Hereford, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Hereford, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Hereford, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Hereford, CO

Average visibility in October - Hereford, 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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