October weather forecast
Salem, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Salem, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average high of 74.7°F (23.7°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 84.4°F (29.1°C) to a still moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Salem witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) throughout October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Salem, in October, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.2 days and collects up to 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Salem, the average high-temperature is 74.7°F (23.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 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 6.6 days. Throughout October, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

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 medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Salem, NM

Average temperature in October - Salem, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in October
Salem, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Salem, NM

Average wind speed in October - Salem, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Salem, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in October
Salem, NM

Average rainfall in October - Salem, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in October
Salem, NM

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Salem, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Salem, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Salem, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Salem, 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: 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: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Salem, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Salem, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Salem, NM

Average UV index in October - Salem, 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
Salem, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in October
Salem, NM

Average visibility in October - Salem, 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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