Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from September's pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). During October, Rifle reports a marked contrast from daily peak temperatures, with an average nighttime reading of 33.1°F (0.6°C).Humidity
In Rifle, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.Rainfall
In Rifle, Colorado, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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 snowfall days, it receives 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October in Rifle, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Average temperature in October
Rifle, CO
- Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 33.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).
Average pressure in October
Rifle, CO
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Rifle, CO
- Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Rifle, CO
- Average humidity in October: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).
Average rainfall in October
Rifle, CO
- Average rainfall in October: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").
Average rainfall days in October
Rifle, CO
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Rifle, CO
- Average snowfall in October: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Rifle, CO
- Average snowfall days in October: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rifle, CO
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Rifle, CO
- Average sunshine days in October: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Rifle, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Rifle, CO
- Average cloud cover in October: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in October
Rifle, 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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