October weather forecast
La Cueva, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in La Cueva, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in October, from September's warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). October sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In La Cueva, during October, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In La Cueva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.3 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

In La Cueva, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in La Cueva, records 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In La Cueva, during October, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Cueva have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in La Cueva, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in La Cueva?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
La Cueva, NM

Average temperature in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
La Cueva, NM

Average pressure in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
La Cueva, NM

Average wind speed in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
La Cueva, NM

Average humidity in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in October
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall days in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall days in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
La Cueva, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
La Cueva, NM

Average sunshine days in October - La Cueva, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
La Cueva, NM

Average UV index in October - La Cueva, 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
La Cueva, NM

Average cloud cover in October - La Cueva, 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 June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
La Cueva, NM

Average visibility in October - La Cueva, 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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