October weather forecast
Buena Vista, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Buena Vista, New Mexico, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41°F (5°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). The temperature dips to an average of 41°F (5°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In Buena Vista, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, New Mexico, in October, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.1 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Buena Vista, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 21.57" (548mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Buena Vista, New Mexico, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Buena Vista, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 50%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buena Vista have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average temperature in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average pressure in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average wind speed in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average humidity in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

Average rainfall in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average rainfall in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average snowfall in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Buena Vista, NM

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average UV index in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Buena Vista, NM

Average visibility in October - Buena Vista, 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).

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