October weather forecast
Portair, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Portair, New Mexico, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.5°F (9.7°C) and max 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). Throughout the October nights, Portair encounters a low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Portair, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Portair, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

In Portair, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Portair experiences an average high-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and a low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Portair, the average relative humidity in October is 51%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Portair, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Portair have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Portair have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Portair is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Portair, NM

Average temperature in October - Portair, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Portair, NM

Average pressure in October - Portair, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Portair, NM

Average wind speed in October - Portair, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Portair, NM

Average humidity in October - Portair, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in October
Portair, NM

Average rainfall in October - Portair, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Portair, NM

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Portair, NM

Average snowfall in October - Portair, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Portair, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Portair, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 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
Portair, NM

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Portair, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Portair, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

Average UV index in October
Portair, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Portair, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Portair, NM

Average visibility in October - Portair, 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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