October weather forecast
Luna, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Luna, New Mexico, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average high of 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Luna's average high-temperature is observed in October, transitioning from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C). Luna registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 48%.

Rainfall

In Luna, in October, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Luna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Luna, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 28.98" (736mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Luna, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In Luna, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

Luna in October has an average high-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 48%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Luna, during October, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Luna is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:23 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Luna, NM

Average temperature in October - Luna, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Luna, NM

Average pressure in October - Luna, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Luna, NM

Average wind speed in October - Luna, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Luna, NM

Average humidity in October - Luna, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

Average rainfall in October
Luna, NM

Average rainfall in October - Luna, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Luna, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Luna, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Luna, NM

Average snowfall in October - Luna, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Luna, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Luna, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Luna, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Luna, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4 days).

Average UV index in October
Luna, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Luna, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Luna, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Luna, NM

Average visibility in October - Luna, 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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