October weather forecast
Standing Rock, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Standing Rock, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.1°F (5.6°C) and max 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

Standing Rock's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). During October nights, Standing Rock witnesses a consistent average temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In Standing Rock, during October, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 69.2 rainfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Standing Rock, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Standing Rock, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Standing Rock in October?

Standing Rock in October has an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Standing Rock, during October, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Standing Rock have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average pressure in October - Standing Rock, 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
Standing Rock, NM

Average wind speed in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average humidity in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average rainfall in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average snowfall in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Standing Rock, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average UV index in October - Standing Rock, 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
Standing Rock, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Standing Rock, NM

Average visibility in October - Standing Rock, 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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