October weather forecast
Fort Bayard, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Fort Bayard, New Mexico, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a warm 77°F (25°C) in September to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). During October, the temperature in Fort Bayard tends to dip to an average of 47.8°F (8.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In Fort Bayard, in October, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Bayard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Bayard, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Fort Bayard, records 68.4°F (20.2°C), while the low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 45%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Bayard have in October?

In Fort Bayard, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Fort Bayard, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average temperature in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average pressure in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average wind speed in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average humidity in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average rainfall in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average snowfall in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Bayard, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average UV index in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Bayard, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Fort Bayard, NM

Average visibility in October - Fort Bayard, 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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