October weather forecast
Salida, CO

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Weather in October

October in Salida offers a crisp autumn experience. The once green trees gradually transform into hues of red, orange, and yellow, featuring a stunning contrast to the clear blue skies. A wistful feeling often accompanies the shorter days and longer nights. The weather reveals signs of the impending winter, with temperatures dropping and the reintroduction of snowfall at 2.76" (70mm). November delves further into this transition, moving Salida closer to the snowy winter.

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's pleasant 68°F (20°C) to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). Salida records a consistent low-temperature average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during October, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 52%.

Rainfall

In October, in Salida, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout October, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.3 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Salida, Colorado, in October, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Salida, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

January through March, 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Salida, the average high-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Salida, the average relative humidity in October is 52%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Salida, in October, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Salida, in October, during 2.7 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Salida?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salida have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Salida?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Salida, CO

Average temperature in October - Salida, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (10.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Salida, CO

Average pressure in October - Salida, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Salida, CO

Average wind speed in October - Salida, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Salida, CO

Average humidity in October - Salida, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 52%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Salida, CO

Average rainfall in October - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Salida, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Salida, CO

Average snowfall in October - Salida, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Salida, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Salida, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Salida, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Salida, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Salida, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Salida, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Salida, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Salida, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Salida, CO

Average visibility in October - Salida, CO
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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