October weather forecast
Prospect Heights, CO

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Prospect Heights, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average high of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Prospect Heights sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). A significant temperature decrease to an average an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) characterizes Prospect Heights's nighttime temperatures during October.

Humidity

In Prospect Heights, Colorado, the average relative humidity in October is 49%.

Rainfall

In Prospect Heights, in October, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prospect Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.6 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) 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 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Prospect Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Prospect Heights is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Prospect Heights?

In Prospect Heights, 59.2°F (15.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Prospect Heights?

In Prospect Heights, Colorado, the average relative humidity in October is 49%.

How much does it rain in Prospect Heights in October?

In Prospect Heights, Colorado, in October, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Prospect Heights?

October is the first month it typically snows in Prospect Heights. 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 Prospect Heights?

The average day length in October in Prospect Heights, Colorado, is 11h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Prospect Heights?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prospect Heights, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Prospect Heights, Colorado, is 7.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prospect Heights?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Prospect Heights?

In Prospect Heights, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Prospect Heights, CO

Average temperature in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average pressure in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average wind speed in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average humidity in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average rainfall in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average snowfall in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average UV index in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, CO

Average visibility in October - Prospect Heights, 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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