October weather forecast
Fort Wingate, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Fort Wingate, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.1°F (5.6°C) and max 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Fort Wingate cools down to an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Fort Wingate, the average relative humidity in October is 44%.

Rainfall

In Fort Wingate, in October, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Wingate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Fort Wingate, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.1 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, in Fort Wingate, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Wingate in October?

During October, Fort Wingate experiences an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Fort Wingate, during October, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Wingate have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Wingate, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average temperature in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°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 (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average pressure in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average wind speed in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average humidity in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average rainfall in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average snowfall in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Fort Wingate, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Wingate, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average UV index in October - Fort Wingate, 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
Fort Wingate, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Fort Wingate, NM

Average visibility in October - Fort Wingate, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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