October weather forecast
Prospect Valley, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Prospect Valley, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 78.8°F (26°C) in September to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). A noticeable temperature swing characterizes Prospect Valley's October nights, dipping to an average of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Prospect Valley, Colorado, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prospect Valley, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.5 days and collects up to 8.7" (221mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Prospect Valley. Throughout October, in the average 2.7 snowfall days, it receives 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Prospect Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 15.35" (390mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Prospect Valley is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

In Prospect Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Prospect Valley experiences an average high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and a low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Prospect Valley, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.7 snowfall days, it receives 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect Valley have in October?

In Prospect Valley, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:55 pm MDT.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Prospect Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average temperature in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Prospect Valley, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average wind speed in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and December (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Prospect Valley, CO

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

Average rainfall in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.16").

Average rainfall days in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average snowfall in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prospect Valley, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in October
Prospect Valley, CO

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

Average cloud cover in October - Prospect Valley, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Prospect Valley, CO

Average visibility in October - Prospect Valley, 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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