October weather forecast
Orchard, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Orchard, Colorado, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

October is marked by a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Orchard, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 50%.

Rainfall

In Orchard, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orchard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104 days and collects up to 12.09" (307mm) 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 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Orchard, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Orchard, the average sunshine in October is 7.6h.

UV index

In Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 50%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orchard have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Orchard?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Orchard, CO

Average pressure in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Orchard, CO

Average wind speed in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Orchard, CO

Average humidity in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in October
Orchard, CO

Average rainfall in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Orchard, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Orchard, CO

Average snowfall in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Orchard, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Orchard, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Orchard, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Orchard, CO

Average UV index in October - Orchard, 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
Orchard, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Orchard, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Orchard, CO

Average visibility in October - Orchard, 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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