October weather forecast
Dunken, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dunken, New Mexico, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64°F (17.8°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). In Dunken, the average temperature during the nights of October drops to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunken, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 18.5" (470mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.7h.

UV index

In Dunken, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dunken, records 64°F (17.8°C), while the low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 50%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dunken, in October, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dunken have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunken have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dunken, NM

Average temperature in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Dunken, NM

Average pressure in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dunken, NM

Average wind speed in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Dunken, NM

Average humidity in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

Average rainfall in October
Dunken, NM

Average rainfall in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Dunken, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dunken, NM

Average snowfall in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dunken, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Dunken, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Dunken, NM

Average UV index in October - Dunken, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Dunken, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Dunken, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Dunken, NM

Average visibility in October - Dunken, 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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