October weather forecast
Valdez, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Valdez, New Mexico, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) in September to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). The October nights bear witness to a significant drop from the daytime highs, settling at an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In Valdez, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

Rainfall

In Valdez, during October, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Valdez, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.3 snowfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Valdez, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Valdez in October?

In Valdez, in October, the average high-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 55%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Valdez, in October, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Valdez have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Valdez, NM

Average temperature in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Valdez, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Valdez, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Valdez, NM

Average humidity in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in October
Valdez, NM

Average rainfall in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Valdez, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Valdez, NM

Average snowfall in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Valdez, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Valdez, 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: 7h and 3min

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
Valdez, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Valdez, NM

Average UV index in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Valdez, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Valdez, NM

Average visibility in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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