October weather forecast
San Rafael, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in San Rafael, New Mexico, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). San Rafael's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In San Rafael, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in San Rafael. October is the first month it typically snows in San Rafael. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in San Rafael, New Mexico, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in San Rafael in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in San Rafael, New Mexico, are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 45%.

How many days does it rain in October in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, New Mexico, during October, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in San Rafael?

October is the first month it typically snows in San Rafael. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in San Rafael?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in San Rafael?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in San Rafael, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in San Rafael?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
San Rafael, NM

Average temperature in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
San Rafael, NM

Average pressure in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
San Rafael, NM

Average wind speed in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
San Rafael, NM

Average humidity in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in October
San Rafael, NM

Average rainfall in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
San Rafael, NM

Average rainfall days in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
San Rafael, NM

Average snowfall in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
San Rafael, NM

Average snowfall days in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
San Rafael, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - San Rafael, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
San Rafael, NM

Average sunshine days in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
San Rafael, NM

Average UV index in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
San Rafael, NM

Average cloud cover in October - San Rafael, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
San Rafael, NM

Average visibility in October - San Rafael, 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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