October weather forecast
Superior, CO

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Weather in October

October in Superior presents a marked shift towards autumn, with average temperatures descending further to approximately 61°F (16.1°C). Despite reduced daylight hours, clear skies negate the absence of the sun to a large extent. The gradual cooling coupled with sporadic rainfall, readies the landscape to don the veil of winter soon. October progresses, savoring the last traces of fall and setting the stage for the incoming winter months.

Temperature

The start of October in Superior signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). A noteworthy temperature dip to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) is observed during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 48%.

Rainfall

In Superior, Colorado, in October, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.7 rainfall days, and 5.63" (143mm) 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 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.7 snowfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Superior, 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 6:42 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 61°F (16.1°C) and the low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Superior, the average relative humidity in October is 48%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Superior, in October, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Superior. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.85" (47mm) 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 Superior?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Superior, CO
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Superior, CO

Average pressure in October - Superior, 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
Superior, CO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Superior, CO

Average humidity in October - Superior, CO
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Superior, CO

Average rainfall in October - Superior, CO
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.35"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in October
Superior, CO

Average rainfall days in October - Superior, CO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Superior, CO

Average snowfall in October - Superior, CO
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Superior, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Superior, CO

Average sunshine days in October - Superior, CO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Superior, CO

Average UV index in October - Superior, CO
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Superior, CO

Average cloud cover in October - Superior, CO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Superior, CO

Average visibility in October - Superior, 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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