October weather forecast
Cochiti Lake, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Cochiti Lake, New Mexico, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

With October's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Despite high daytime temperatures, the average temperature in Cochiti Lake lowers to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.6 rainfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) 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 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Cochiti Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.4 days and aggregates up to 11.38" (289mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cochiti Lake, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.6°F (4.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Cochiti Lake. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) 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?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cochiti Lake have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average temperature in October - Cochiti Lake, 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: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average wind speed in October - Cochiti Lake, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average humidity in October - Cochiti Lake, 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
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average rainfall in October - Cochiti Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Cochiti Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average snowfall in October - Cochiti Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Cochiti Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Cochiti Lake, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average UV index in October - Cochiti Lake, 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
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Cochiti Lake, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Cochiti Lake, NM

Average visibility in October - Cochiti Lake, 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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