October weather forecast
Montrose, CO

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A river passing through a public park in Montrose, Colorado
A river passing through a public park in Montrose, Colorado

Weather in October

The trend of temperature decline continues in October in Montrose, as fall starts to fully manifest. The weather alteration from September to October is evident in the chillier nights and shortening daylight hours. Slight instances of snowfall begin to occur, indicating the oncoming winter. Contrarily, sunshine hours remain admirable, giving room for suitable visibility. The cool fall conditions may require light winter clothing, especially towards the end of the month.

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C). Against the high October temperatures, Montrose records an average drop to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In Montrose, the average relative humidity in October is 48%.

Rainfall

In October, in Montrose, Colorado, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Montrose. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.5 snowfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Montrose, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Montrose, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Montrose is 7.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Montrose, Colorado. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Montrose?

In Montrose, 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.2°F (2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Montrose?

In Montrose, the average relative humidity in October is 48%.

How many days does it rain in October in Montrose?

In Montrose, in October, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Montrose?

October is the first month it typically snows in Montrose. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

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

In Montrose, Colorado, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Montrose?

On the first day of October in Montrose, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Montrose?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Montrose?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Montrose.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Montrose?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Montrose is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Montrose, CO

Average temperature in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Montrose, CO

Average pressure in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Montrose, CO

Average wind speed in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Montrose, CO

Average humidity in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in October
Montrose, CO

Average rainfall in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Montrose, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Montrose, CO

Average snowfall in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Montrose, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Montrose, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Montrose, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Montrose, CO

Average UV index in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Montrose, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
Montrose, CO

Average visibility in October - Montrose, CO
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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