October weather forecast
Cañones, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Cañones, New Mexico, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Cañones records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Cañones, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

In Cañones, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cañones, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.9 days and collects up to 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cañones. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Cañones, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.9 days and aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cañones, New Mexico, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October in Cañones, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Cañones, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cañones in October?

In Cañones, 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 39°F (3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Cañones?

In Cañones, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

How many days does it rain in October in Cañones?

In Cañones, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Cañones?

October is the first month it typically snows in Cañones. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cañones have in October?

In Cañones, New Mexico, the average day length in October is 11h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Cañones?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cañones, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Cañones?

The average sunshine duration in October in Cañones, New Mexico, is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Cañones?

In Cañones, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cañones, NM

Average temperature in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Cañones, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cañones, NM

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Cañones, NM

Average humidity in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in October
Cañones, NM

Average rainfall in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Cañones, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cañones, NM

Average snowfall in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cañones, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cañones, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cañones, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Cañones, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Cañones, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Cañones, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Cañones, NM

Average visibility in October - Cañones, 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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