October weather forecast
Sofia, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Sofia, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 46.4°F (8°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). Throughout the month of October, Sofia reports a steady low-temperature average of 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

In Sofia, the average relative humidity in October is 49%.

Rainfall

In Sofia, in October, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sofia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.4 days and collects up to 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sofia, New Mexico, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Sofia, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.7 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sofia, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) and a low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 49%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Sofia?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sofia have in October?

In Sofia, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sofia?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Sofia, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Sofia, NM

Average temperature in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Sofia, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sofia, NM

Average wind speed in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Sofia, NM

Average humidity in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

Average rainfall in October
Sofia, NM

Average rainfall in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Sofia, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sofia, NM

Average snowfall in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sofia, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sofia, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Sofia, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sofia, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Sofia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Sofia, NM

Average visibility in October - Sofia, 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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