October weather forecast
Monument, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Monument, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 55°F (12.8°C) and max 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C) in September to a still warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). In the month of October, Monument's average low-temperature falls to a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 49%.

Rainfall

In Monument, New Mexico, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Monument, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.7 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. 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 7.1 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Monument, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October leads to these advisories:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Monument, is 74.1°F (23.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Monument, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Monument have in October?

In Monument, the average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Monument, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Monument, NM

Average temperature in October - Monument, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Monument, NM

Average pressure in October - Monument, 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
Monument, NM

Average wind speed in October - Monument, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (10.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Monument, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in October
Monument, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Monument, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Monument, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Monument, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Monument, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 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
Monument, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Monument, 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
Monument, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Monument, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Monument, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Monument, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Monument, NM

Average visibility in October - Monument, 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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