October weather forecast
Bloomfield, NM

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Weather in October

October in Bloomfield, New Mexico is truly Autumnal - cooler daytime temperatures, occasional rainfall and decreasing daylight hours. The dropping temperatures and shift in climatic conditions noticeably impact the city's vegetation, transforming green landscapes into a colorful Autumn spectacle. With extended sunshine hours despite less daylight, October continues to tantalize residents and tourists with its mild, pleasant weather. While wind speed remains steady from September, a noteworthy increase in the frequency of gusts is there. These terrestrial breezes are typically associated with the arrival of the quiet, chilly Winter nights.

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). During the month of October, Bloomfield anticipates a mean low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In Bloomfield, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 88.2 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Bloomfield, there are 25.6 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Bloomfield is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Bloomfield, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 62.6°F (17°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Bloomfield?

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bloomfield, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bloomfield have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bloomfield, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bloomfield have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Bloomfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average temperature in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Bloomfield, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average wind speed in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average humidity in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

Average rainfall in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average snowfall in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bloomfield, 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 January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average UV index in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average visibility in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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