October weather forecast
Peñasco, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Peñasco, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 57.2°F (14°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). A sharp reduction from the daytime highs is witnessed in Peñasco during October, with nighttime temperatures averaging a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 53%.

Rainfall

In Peñasco, New Mexico, during October, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Peñasco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Peñasco, New Mexico. In October, in Peñasco, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peñasco, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.7 days and aggregates up to 31.46" (799mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October in Peñasco, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Peñasco. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Peñasco?

In Peñasco, 57.2°F (14°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.2°F (1.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in Peñasco?

In Peñasco, the average relative humidity in October is 53%.

How much does it rain in Peñasco in October?

In Peñasco, in October, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Peñasco in October?

In Peñasco, New Mexico, in October, during 2.8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Peñasco have in October?

The average day length in October in Peñasco is 11h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Peñasco?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peñasco, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peñasco have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Peñasco is 7.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Peñasco?

The months with the lowest UV index in Peñasco, New Mexico, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Peñasco?

In Peñasco, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Peñasco, NM

Average temperature in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Peñasco, NM

Average pressure in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Peñasco, NM

Average wind speed in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Peñasco, NM

Average humidity in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in October
Peñasco, NM

Average rainfall in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Peñasco, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Peñasco, NM

Average snowfall in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Peñasco, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Peñasco, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Peñasco, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Peñasco, NM

Average UV index in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Peñasco, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Peñasco, NM

Average visibility in October - Peñasco, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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