October weather forecast
Longmont, CO

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Weather in October

Entering October, Longmont sees the beauty of fall in all its glory. This month marks a significant decrease in temperatures, veering towards the colder side of the year. The falling leaves and shorter days hint toward the incoming winter season, with rainfall settling at 0.67" (17mm) over 5.9 days. Culminating in the quintessential fall experience, the city stages pumpkin patches and Halloween festivities under the crimson foliage.

Temperature

October's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C) in September to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). Longmont records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Longmont is 49%.

Rainfall

In Longmont, Colorado, in October, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Longmont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.4 days and collects up to 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Longmont, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Longmont, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Longmont?

October temperatures in Longmont, Colorado, vary between a high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Longmont?

In Longmont, the average relative humidity in October is 49%.

How many days does it rain in October in Longmont?

In Longmont, Colorado, during October, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Longmont?

October is the first month it typically snows in Longmont, Colorado. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Longmont?

In Longmont, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Longmont?

On the first day of October in Longmont, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Longmont?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Longmont?

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

Average temperature in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Longmont, CO

Average pressure in October - Longmont, 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
Longmont, CO

Average wind speed in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Longmont, CO

Average humidity in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Longmont, CO

Average rainfall in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Longmont, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Longmont, CO

Average snowfall in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Longmont, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Longmont, 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 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
Longmont, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Longmont, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Longmont, CO

Average UV index in October - Longmont, 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
Longmont, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Longmont, CO

Average visibility in October - Longmont, 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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