Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) in September to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). During the month of October, an average temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is noted during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 43%.Rainfall
In Sandia Heights, in October, during 5.4 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandia Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.5 days and collects up to 6.61" (168mm) 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Sandia Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of sunshine does Sandia Heights have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October?
Average temperature in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average high temperature in October: 66°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average humidity in October: 43%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).
Average rainfall in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average rainfall in October: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").
Average rainfall days in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sandia Heights, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average sunshine days in October: 23.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).
Average UV index in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average cloud cover in October: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in October
Sandia Heights, 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).
Sandia Heights, New Mexico, USA
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