October weather forecast
Playas, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Playas, New Mexico, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C) to a still warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). In October, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In Playas, the average relative humidity in October is 40%.

Rainfall

In Playas, during October, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Playas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.4 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Playas, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In Playas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in October translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 40%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Playas, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Playas?

In Playas, the average day length in October is 11h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Playas have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Playas, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Playas, NM

Average pressure in October - Playas, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Playas, NM

Average wind speed in October - Playas, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Playas, NM

Average humidity in October - Playas, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

Average rainfall in October
Playas, NM

Average rainfall in October - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in October
Playas, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Playas, NM

Average snowfall in October - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Playas, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • 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: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Playas, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Playas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Playas, NM

Average UV index in October - Playas, 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
Playas, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Playas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in October
Playas, NM

Average visibility in October - Playas, 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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