October weather forecast
Sheep Springs, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Sheep Springs records a steady low-temperature average of 41.7°F (5.4°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 44%.

Rainfall

In Sheep Springs, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sheep Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.1 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheep Springs are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Sheep Springs. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sheep Springs, there are 37.7 snowfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sheep Springs, New Mexico, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of October in Sheep Springs, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, is 7.4h.

UV index

In Sheep Springs, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Sheep Springs?

In Sheep Springs, in October, the average high-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sheep Springs?

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How much does it rain in Sheep Springs in October?

In Sheep Springs, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Sheep Springs?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheep Springs have in October?

The average day length in October in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, is 11h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sheep Springs?

On the first day of October in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sheep Springs?

In Sheep Springs, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Sheep Springs?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average temperature in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Sheep Springs, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average wind speed in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average humidity in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average rainfall in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average snowfall in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
Sheep Springs, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

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: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average UV index in October - Sheep Springs, 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
Sheep Springs, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Sheep Springs, NM

Average visibility in October - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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