Colorado Springs · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 64°F, low 38°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
64° / 38°F
Humidity
49%
Rain days
6/mo
Wind
11 mph
What October feels like in Colorado Springs
Sunrise
07:09
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:19
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Colorado Springs in October
The kit for October in Colorado Springs: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-15° avg high
0 rain days
Colorado Springs in September →
October
64°F avg high
6 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+13° avg high
0 rain days
Colorado Springs in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Colorado Springs in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Colorado Springs in October?+
Average high 64°F, average low 38°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Colorado Springs?+
Compared to September (avg high 79°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 51°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Colorado Springs in October?+
Expect about 6 measurable rain days in October, on average.