October weather forecast
Counselor, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Counselor, New Mexico, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October signals a shift in temperature, down from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout the month of October, the nighttime temperature in Counselor dips to an average of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 45%.

Rainfall

In Counselor, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Counselor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.9 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Counselor, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 15.12" (384mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Counselor, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, in Counselor, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

In Counselor, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Counselor?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Counselor, is 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Counselor?

In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.

How many days does it rain in October in Counselor?

In Counselor, New Mexico, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Counselor?

October is the first month it typically snows in Counselor. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Counselor have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Counselor?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Counselor, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Counselor have in October?

In Counselor, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Counselor?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Counselor is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Counselor, NM

Average temperature in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Counselor, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Counselor, NM

Average wind speed in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Counselor, NM

Average humidity in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in October
Counselor, NM

Average rainfall in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Counselor, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Counselor, NM

Average snowfall in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Counselor, NM

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Counselor, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Counselor, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Counselor, NM

Average UV index in October - Counselor, 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
Counselor, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Counselor, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
Counselor, NM

Average visibility in October - Counselor, 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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