October weather forecast
Highlands Ranch, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average high of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). A notable decrease from the day's highest temperature marks October, culminating in an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In Highlands Ranch, in October, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Highlands Ranch, there are 77.1 rainfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) 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 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 4.41" (112mm) of snow. In Highlands Ranch, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.3 days and aggregates up to 33.43" (849mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Highlands Ranch is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Highlands Ranch, 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Highlands Ranch, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout October, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Highlands Ranch have in October?

In Highlands Ranch, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Highlands Ranch have in October?

In Highlands Ranch, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average wind speed in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average humidity in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average rainfall in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average snowfall in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average UV index in October - Highlands Ranch, 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
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Highlands Ranch, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Highlands Ranch, CO

Average visibility in October - Highlands Ranch, 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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