October weather forecast
Alamogordo, NM

Share
High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico
High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico

Weather in October

October welcomes the amiable coolness of fall in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The shift in temperature becomes more noticeable, with the highs dropping to a comfortable 70.9°F (21.6°C). The trees display their autumn hues, with the weather accommodating the change. As October moves on, the temperatures continue to drop, the daylight hours shorten and the city readies itself for the imminent chill of November.

Temperature

The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 81°F (27.2°C) in September to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 41%.

Rainfall

In Alamogordo, during October, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Alamogordo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.2 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall in Alamogordo.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of October in Alamogordo, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In Alamogordo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Alamogordo, is 70.9°F (21.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.9°F (11.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Alamogordo?

The average relative humidity in October is 41%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Alamogordo, in October, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Alamogordo, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in Alamogordo in October?

In Alamogordo, New Mexico, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Alamogordo have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average temperature in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average pressure in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average wind speed in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average humidity in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (25%).

Average rainfall in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

Average rainfall days in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average UV index in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average visibility in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • 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).

Alamogordo, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location