October weather forecast
Arroyo Hondo, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Arroyo Hondo sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) in September to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). Contrary to the day's heat, an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is recorded during the nights in October in Arroyo Hondo.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 54%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Arroyo Hondo. October is the first month it typically snows in Arroyo Hondo. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Arroyo Hondo, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Arroyo Hondo, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Arroyo Hondo in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Arroyo Hondo, is 57°F (13.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 54%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Arroyo Hondo, in October, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Arroyo Hondo. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Arroyo Hondo have in October?

In Arroyo Hondo, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Arroyo Hondo?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Arroyo Hondo.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Arroyo Hondo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average temperature in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average pressure in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average wind speed in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average humidity in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average rainfall in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average snowfall in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average UV index in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average visibility in October - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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