October weather forecast
Quay, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Quay, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

Quay's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). During the nights in October, Quay experiences a consistent average temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In Quay, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Quay, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature during October is 70.2°F (21.2°C) and the low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Quay?

The average relative humidity in October is 47%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in October?

In Quay, in October, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Quay have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Quay?

On the first day of October in Quay, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Quay, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Quay, NM

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Quay, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Quay, NM

Average wind speed in October - Quay, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Quay, NM

Average humidity in October - Quay, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (33%).

Average rainfall in October
Quay, NM

Average rainfall in October - Quay, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Quay, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Quay, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Quay, NM

Average snowfall in October - Quay, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Quay, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Quay, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Quay, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Quay, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Quay, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Quay, NM

Average UV index in October - Quay, 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
Quay, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Quay, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Quay, NM

Average visibility in October - Quay, 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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