October weather forecast
Parachute, CO

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Gorgeous brown and golden trees in the fall, seen in the wide river with a far view of rocks and hills in Parachute, Colorado
Gorgeous brown and golden trees in the fall, seen in the wide river with a far view of rocks and hills in Parachute, Colorado

Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Parachute, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, decreasing from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). An average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

In Parachute, the average relative humidity in October is 53%.

Rainfall

In Parachute, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.1 snowfall days, and 49.21" (1250mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Parachute, the average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Parachute. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Parachute?

In Parachute, in October, the average high-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 53%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Parachute, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Parachute have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Parachute have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Parachute, CO

Average temperature in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Parachute, CO

Average pressure in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Parachute, CO

Average wind speed in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Parachute, CO

Average humidity in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in October
Parachute, CO

Average rainfall in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Parachute, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Parachute, CO

Average snowfall in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Parachute, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Parachute, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Parachute, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Parachute, CO

Average UV index in October - Parachute, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Parachute, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Parachute, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Parachute, CO

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

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

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