Great Sand Dunes weather in October
Cool, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C, with around 4 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While October isn't our top-rated month for Great Sand Dunes, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
15°C
Average low
3°C
Rainy days
4 days
Best months to visit
June, July, August, September
What to do in Great Sand Dunes in October
Whatever the weather, Great Sand Dunes rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Dune sledding: plastic saucer descending steep slopes
Dune hiking: Star Dune and High Dune peaks ascent
Medano Creek flowing and summer water splashing
Backcountry dune camping: night sky and silence immersion
Sangre de Cristo Mountain hiking: alpine trails access
Sand boarding: professional lessons on dune faces
What to pack for October
Layer up — a mid-weight jacket, jumpers, and comfortable trousers. Waterproof shoes are recommended. Scarves and gloves may be useful in the evenings.
Browse other months
January
-1C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
7C
Cold, with occasional showers.
April
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
May
18C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
October (you are here)
15C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
November
7C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
December
1C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
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