October weather forecast
Gallegos, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Gallegos, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). Gallegos's average low-temperature is measured at a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) during October.

Humidity

In Gallegos, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Gallegos, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gallegos is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gallegos in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Gallegos is 47%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Gallegos, in October, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gallegos have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gallegos have in October?

In Gallegos, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Gallegos, NM

Average temperature in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Gallegos, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Gallegos, NM

Average wind speed in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Gallegos, NM

Average humidity in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (33%).

Average rainfall in October
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Gallegos, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gallegos, 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: 8h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Gallegos, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Gallegos, NM

Average UV index in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Gallegos, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Gallegos, NM

Average visibility in October - Gallegos, 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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