October weather forecast
Loveland, CO

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A pier over the water of the Flatiron Reservoir in Loveland facing high mountains, Colorado
A pier over the water of the Flatiron Reservoir in Loveland facing high mountains, Colorado

Weather in October

October is the time when autumn is in full swing in Loveland. The chill starts to creep back into the air while the colorful leaves start to pile up on the ground. The days grow shorter, and the sunlight weaker, bringing out the true essence of fall. Embracing the changes in weather and the environment, people invest time in fall-specific activities. This includes indulging in pumpkin patches, hayrides, and Halloween preparations.

Temperature

October signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from September's warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). In October, Loveland experiences a significant drop from daily zeniths to an average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Loveland, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.8 rainfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Loveland. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.9 snowfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Loveland, 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 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Loveland, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:57 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

Loveland in October has an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Loveland, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from 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
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Loveland, CO

Average temperature in October - Loveland, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Loveland, CO

Average pressure in October - Loveland, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Loveland, CO

Average wind speed in October - Loveland, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Loveland, CO

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Loveland, CO

Average rainfall in October - Loveland, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Loveland, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Loveland, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Loveland, CO

Average snowfall in October - Loveland, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Loveland, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Loveland, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Loveland, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Loveland, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Loveland, CO

Average UV index in October - Loveland, 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
Loveland, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Loveland, CO

Average visibility in October - Loveland, 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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