October weather forecast
Lincoln, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Lincoln, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature goes from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C). An average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) marks the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 50%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout October, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 19.8 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 44.6°F (7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Lincoln, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Lincoln?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Lincoln, NM

Average temperature in October - Lincoln, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°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°F).

Average pressure in October
Lincoln, NM

Average pressure in October - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, NM

Average wind speed in October - Lincoln, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Lincoln, NM

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

Average rainfall in October
Lincoln, NM

Average rainfall in October - Lincoln, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Lincoln, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Lincoln, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lincoln, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lincoln, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lincoln, 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: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lincoln, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Lincoln, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Lincoln, NM

Average UV index in October - Lincoln, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lincoln, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Lincoln, NM

Average visibility in October - Lincoln, 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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