October weather forecast
Mosca, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Mosca, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 59°F (15°C) and min 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a mild 59°F (15°C). Mosca experiences a substantial divergence from daytime highs in October, with average lows hovering around an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In Mosca, during October, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Mosca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.3 days and collects up to 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Mosca, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 20.08" (510mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mosca, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Mosca, records 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 47%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout October, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mosca have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Mosca, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mosca?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Mosca, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mosca, CO

Average temperature in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Mosca, CO

Average pressure in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mosca, CO

Average wind speed in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Mosca, CO

Average humidity in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in October
Mosca, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Mosca, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mosca, CO

Average snowfall in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.05"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mosca, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mosca, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Mosca, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Mosca, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Mosca, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Mosca, CO

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

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

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