October weather forecast
Dulce, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Dulce, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C) in September to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). October nights present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Dulce, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Dulce, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In October, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout October, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dulce, there are 87.5 snowfall days, and 75.04" (1906mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dulce, New Mexico, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dulce in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dulce, is 52.9°F (11.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Dulce, in October, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Dulce, in October, during 5.2 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Dulce, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dulce?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dulce, NM

Average temperature in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in October
Dulce, NM

Average pressure in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dulce, NM

Average wind speed in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dulce, NM

Average humidity in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Dulce, NM

Average rainfall in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.22").

Average rainfall days in October
Dulce, NM

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dulce, NM

Average snowfall in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (14.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dulce, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dulce, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Dulce, NM

Average UV index in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Dulce, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Dulce, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Dulce, NM

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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