Normal weather for Vail in October
It's cool in October in Vail with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -5°C and 3°C.
In October, there is an average of 17 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. Of the total precipitation, about 28 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Vail in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
11°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
16°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
5°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
17 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
28 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
11 days | 0 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Vail with cool temperatures, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights close to 2°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 12°C, with nights close to 0°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Vail will be around 8°C, with nights close to -2°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for Vail in October
With 21°C, Vail hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -12°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -20°C to a high of 8°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Vail
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Vail, 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 Vail
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Vail, 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 5 days of rain in Vail.
Daily Snowfall in October in Vail
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Vail, 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 Vail
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Vail, 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 Vail Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Vail, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Vail Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Vail, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Vail per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Vail, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Vail
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Average Weather in Vail by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vail. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
