October weather forecast
Los Alamos, NM

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Weather in October

October brings in the heart of the fall season. It is a magical time with weather conditions idyllic for outdoor activities and long strolls. The city witnesses a significant drop in temperature compared to September. However, a high of 61.5°F (16.4°C) renders October a popular traveling period, with tourists flocking to enjoy the unspoiled beauty of the fall season in the city.

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). During October, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 40.5°F (4.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In Los Alamos, in October, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Los Alamos, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 19.69" (500mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, in Los Alamos, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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 medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Los Alamos in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and a low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Los Alamos, during October, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Los Alamos have in October?

In Los Alamos, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Los Alamos?

In Los Alamos, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average temperature in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.5°F

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

Average pressure in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average pressure in October - Los Alamos, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average wind speed in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average humidity in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (33%).

Average rainfall in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average rainfall in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average snowfall in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Los Alamos, 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 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average UV index in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Los Alamos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Los Alamos, NM

Average visibility in October - Los Alamos, 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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