October weather forecast
Truchas, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Truchas, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Truchas logs a substantial downturn to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C) during October nights, a considerable shift from daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Truchas, in October, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Truchas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31 snowfall days, and 16.3" (414mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Truchas, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

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 daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 39.2°F (4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Truchas?

The average relative humidity in October is 47%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout October, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Truchas have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:08 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Truchas have in October?

In Truchas, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Truchas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Truchas, NM

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Truchas, NM

Average pressure in October - Truchas, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Truchas, NM

Average wind speed in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Truchas, NM

Average humidity in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (33%).

Average rainfall in October
Truchas, NM

Average rainfall in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Truchas, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Truchas, NM

Average snowfall in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Truchas, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Truchas, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Truchas, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Truchas, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Truchas, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Truchas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Truchas, NM

Average visibility in October - Truchas, 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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