October weather forecast
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.2°F (19°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 78.8°F (26°C) to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). Los Ranchos de Albuquerque records an average temperature drop to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 42%.

Rainfall

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.6 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Los Ranchos de Albuquerque in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.2°F (19°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 42%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average temperature in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average pressure in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average wind speed in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average humidity in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 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
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average UV index in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average visibility in October - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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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