October weather forecast
Mount Crested Butte, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Mount Crested Butte, Colorado, is a frosty autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in September to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). Throughout October, Mount Crested Butte's nights cool down to an average of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

In Mount Crested Butte, the average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Mount Crested Butte, in October, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Mount Crested Butte, in October, during 12.6 snowfall days, 12.64" (321mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159 snowfall days, and 149.53" (3798mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Crested Butte, the average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

In Mount Crested Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Mount Crested Butte, is 44.6°F (7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Mount Crested Butte, the average relative humidity in October is 65%.

How much does it rain in Mount Crested Butte in October?

In Mount Crested Butte, in October, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Mount Crested Butte, Colorado, in October, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 12.64" (321mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Crested Butte have in October?

In Mount Crested Butte, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mount Crested Butte?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mount Crested Butte?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
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Average temperature in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 12.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (23.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (21.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.7 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
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Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Crested Butte, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.3 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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