October weather forecast
Santa Fe, NM

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Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Weather in October

With the autumn in full swing, October embraces Santa Fe in a captivating shroud. The temperature dips further to a cooler 61.5°F (16.4°C), a striking drop from the September warmth. The trend of decreasing temperatures continues, hinting at the approaching winter. The city basks in the opulence of fall, awash with vibrant hues and comfortable weather. October captures the best of Santa Fe in its autumnal transformation, offering an aesthetic delight before winters set in.

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). During the nights in October, the temperature averages to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

In Santa Fe, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

In Santa Fe, in October, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 90.3 rainfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Santa Fe. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Santa Fe, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Santa Fe experiences an average high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and a low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), 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 47%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Santa Fe, in October, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Fe have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Santa Fe?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MDT.

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

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average temperature in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average pressure in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average wind speed in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average humidity in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 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
Santa Fe, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Santa Fe, 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 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Santa Fe, NM

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

Average cloud cover in October - Santa Fe, 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 June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Santa Fe, NM

Average visibility in October - Santa Fe, 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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