October weather forecast
Sands, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Sands, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). In Sands, an average temperature of 41°F (5°C) is noted during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 50%.

Rainfall

In Sands, in October, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.1 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sands, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Sands is 7.7h.

UV index

In Sands, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sands in October?

In October, in Sands, the average high-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 50%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sands, in October, during 6.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sands have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Sands, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sands?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sands is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sands, NM

Average temperature in October - Sands, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Sands, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sands, NM

Average wind speed in October - Sands, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Sands, NM

Average humidity in October - Sands, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

Average rainfall in October
Sands, NM

Average rainfall in October - Sands, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Sands, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Sands, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sands, NM

Average snowfall in October - Sands, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sands, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Sands, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sands, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sands, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Sands, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Sands, NM

Average UV index in October - Sands, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sands, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Sands, NM

Average visibility in October - Sands, 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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