October weather forecast
South Fork, CO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in South Fork, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) in September to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Nighttime in October brings a stark departure from the daily high, resting at an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In South Fork, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.8 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In South Fork, Colorado, in October, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow. In South Fork, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.8 days and aggregates up to 51.85" (1317mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Fork, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Fork in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in South Fork, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In South Fork, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

How much does it rain in October?

In South Fork, during October, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In October, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout October, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in South Fork, Colorado, is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
South Fork, CO

Average temperature in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in October
South Fork, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
South Fork, CO

Average wind speed in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
South Fork, CO

Average humidity in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in October
South Fork, CO

Average rainfall in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
South Fork, CO

Average rainfall days in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
South Fork, CO

Average snowfall in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
South Fork, CO

Average snowfall days in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Fork, CO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
South Fork, CO

Average sunshine days in October - South Fork, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

Average UV index in October
South Fork, CO

Average UV index in October - South Fork, 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
South Fork, CO

Average cloud cover in October - South Fork, 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 15).

Average visibility in October
South Fork, CO

Average visibility in October - South Fork, 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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