October weather forecast
Santa Clara, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Santa Clara, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 77°F (25°C) in September to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). The average temperature drops to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) during the night in the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In Santa Clara, in October, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Clara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Santa Clara, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Santa Clara, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Santa Clara in October?

In October, in Santa Clara, the average high-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Santa Clara, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 45%.

How much does it rain in Santa Clara in October?

In Santa Clara, during October, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Clara have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average pressure in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average wind speed in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average humidity in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average rainfall in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average snowfall in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Santa Clara, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average UV index in October - Santa Clara, 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
Santa Clara, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Santa Clara, NM

Average visibility in October - Santa Clara, 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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