Normal weather for Great Sand Dunes National Park in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -5°C and 5°C.
In October, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,7 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Great Sand Dunes National Park in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
11°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
11 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,7 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 0 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Great Sand Dunes National Park with mild temperatures, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights close to 2°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 18°C, with nights close to -1°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Great Sand Dunes National Park will be around 14°C, with nights close to -3°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Is October a good time to visit Great Sand Dunes National Park?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Great Sand Dunes National Park. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Great Sand Dunes National Park in October
With 26°C, Great Sand Dunes National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -4°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -18°C to a high of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Great Sand Dunes National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Daily Snowfall in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Great Sand Dunes National Park, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Great Sand Dunes National Park
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Great Sand Dunes National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Great Sand Dunes National Park by Month
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