October weather forecast
McDonald, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in McDonald, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.7°F (22.6°C) and an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

In McDonald, the average high-temperature in October decreases from a warm 82.4°F (28°C) in September to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). An average temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) marks the nights in October.

Humidity

In McDonald, the average relative humidity in October is 49%.

Rainfall

In McDonald, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In McDonald, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.4 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In McDonald, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In McDonald, New Mexico, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

An average high-temperature, in October, in McDonald, is 72.7°F (22.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in McDonald?

The average relative humidity in October is 49%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In McDonald, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In McDonald, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in McDonald?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in McDonald is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McDonald, NM

Average temperature in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in October
McDonald, NM

Average pressure in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
McDonald, NM

Average wind speed in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

Average humidity in October
McDonald, NM

Average humidity in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in October
McDonald, NM

Average rainfall in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
McDonald, NM

Average rainfall days in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
McDonald, NM

Average snowfall in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McDonald, NM

Average snowfall days in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 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
McDonald, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McDonald, 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: 8h and 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
McDonald, NM

Average sunshine days in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

Average UV index in October
McDonald, NM

Average UV index in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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

Average cloud cover in October
McDonald, NM

Average cloud cover in October - McDonald, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
McDonald, NM

Average visibility in October - McDonald, 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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