October weather forecast
Rocky Ford, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Rocky Ford, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 83.1°F (28.4°C) to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Throughout October, an average nighttime temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Rocky Ford, the average relative humidity in October is 44%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Ford, during October, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Rocky Ford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.8 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) 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 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Rocky Ford, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.8 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rocky Ford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rocky Ford in October?

During October, Rocky Ford experiences an average high-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Rocky Ford, Colorado, the average relative humidity in October is 44%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Rocky Ford, in October, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Ford have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Ford have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Rocky Ford is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average temperature in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average pressure in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average wind speed in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average humidity in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

Average rainfall in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average rainfall in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average snowfall in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rocky Ford, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average UV index in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Rocky Ford, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Rocky Ford, CO

Average visibility in October - Rocky Ford, 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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