October weather forecast
Platteville, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Platteville, Colorado, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from September's warm 79.7°F (26.5°C) to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Platteville's October nights see a large temperature deviation, with temperatures resting at a low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In Platteville, the average relative humidity in October is 48%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout October, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) 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 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Platteville, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Platteville in October?

In October, in Platteville, the average high-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 48%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout October, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:57 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Platteville have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Platteville?

In Platteville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Platteville, CO

Average temperature in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Platteville, CO

Average pressure in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Platteville, CO

Average wind speed in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Platteville, CO

Average humidity in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Platteville, CO

Average rainfall in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.67").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.12").

Average rainfall days in October
Platteville, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Platteville, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Platteville, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Platteville, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Platteville, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Platteville, CO

Average UV index in October - Platteville, 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
Platteville, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Platteville, CO

Average visibility in October - Platteville, 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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