October weather forecast
Penrose, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Penrose, Colorado, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.2°F (15.1°C) and min 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, October sees an average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 49%.

Rainfall

In Penrose, during October, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Penrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.6 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Penrose. October is the first month it typically snows in Penrose. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Penrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Penrose is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:01 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Penrose in October?

The high-temperature during October is 59.2°F (15.1°C) and the low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 49%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Penrose, in October, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Penrose, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Penrose?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Penrose is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Penrose, CO

Average temperature in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Penrose, CO

Average pressure in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Penrose, CO

Average wind speed in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Penrose, CO

Average humidity in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 49%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in October
Penrose, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Penrose, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Penrose, CO

Average snowfall in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Penrose, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Penrose, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Penrose, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Penrose, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Penrose, CO

Average UV index in October - Penrose, 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
Penrose, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Penrose, CO

Average visibility in October - Penrose, 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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