October weather forecast
Ridgway, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Ridgway, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and max 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in September to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). The average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is witnessed during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Ridgway, in October, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In October, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.5 snowfall days, and 66.1" (1679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ridgway, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ridgway are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ridgway in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Ridgway is 57%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Ridgway, in October, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgway have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Ridgway, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Ridgway, CO

Average temperature in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Ridgway, CO

Average pressure in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ridgway, CO

Average wind speed in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Ridgway, CO

Average humidity in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Ridgway, CO

Average rainfall in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Ridgway, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ridgway, CO

Average snowfall in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (11.81").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ridgway, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ridgway, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ridgway, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Ridgway, CO

Average UV index in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Ridgway, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Ridgway, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Ridgway, CO

Average visibility in October - Ridgway, 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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