October weather forecast
Sheridan, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Sheridan, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) to a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C). Nighttime in October brings a stark departure from the daily high, resting at an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 46%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout October, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheridan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.2 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Sheridan, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sheridan, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sheridan, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheridan is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sheridan in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sheridan?

The average relative humidity in October is 46%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sheridan, in October, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in October?

In Sheridan, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheridan is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sheridan, CO

Average temperature in October - Sheridan, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Sheridan, CO

Average pressure in October - Sheridan, CO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sheridan, CO

Average wind speed in October - Sheridan, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Sheridan, CO

Average humidity in October - Sheridan, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Sheridan, CO

Average rainfall in October - Sheridan, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Sheridan, CO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sheridan, CO

Average snowfall in October - Sheridan, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sheridan, CO

Average snowfall days in October - Sheridan, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sheridan, 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 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sheridan, CO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in October
Sheridan, CO

Average UV index in October - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, CO

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

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

Average visibility in October
Sheridan, CO

Average visibility in October - Sheridan, 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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