October weather forecast
Sandia Park, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sandia Park, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). During October, Sandia Park experiences an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In October, in Sandia Park, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77.3 rainfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Sandia Park. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19 snowfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sandia Park, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sandia Park in October?

The high-temperature during October is 65.5°F (18.6°C) and the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sandia Park, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 44%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sandia Park, in October, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sandia Park have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandia Park have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Sandia Park, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average temperature in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average pressure in October - Sandia Park, 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 Park, NM

Average wind speed in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average humidity in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (28%).

Average rainfall in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average rainfall in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, May and June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average snowfall in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sandia Park, 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 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Sandia Park, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average UV index in October - Sandia Park, 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
Sandia Park, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Sandia Park, 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 10).

Average visibility in October
Sandia Park, NM

Average visibility in October - Sandia Park, 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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