October weather forecast
Alamogordo, NM

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High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico
High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico

Weather in October

October welcomes the amiable coolness of fall in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The shift in temperature becomes more noticeable, with the highs dropping to a comfortable 70.9°F (21.6°C). The trees display their autumn hues, with the weather accommodating the change. As October moves on, the temperatures continue to drop, the daylight hours shorten and the city readies itself for the imminent chill of November.

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature in Alamogordo goes from a warm 81°F (27.2°C) in September to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). Alamogordo observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Alamogordo is 41%.

Rainfall

In Alamogordo, during October, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Alamogordo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.2 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Alamogordo, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of October in Alamogordo, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alamogordo in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Alamogordo, is 70.9°F (21.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Alamogordo?

In October, the average relative humidity is 41%.

How much does it rain in Alamogordo in October?

In October, in Alamogordo, New Mexico, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout October, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Alamogordo?

In Alamogordo, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in Alamogordo in October?

In Alamogordo, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Alamogordo?

The average day length in October is 11h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Alamogordo?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alamogordo have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Alamogordo, New Mexico, is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Alamogordo?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average temperature in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Alamogordo, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average wind speed in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average humidity in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (25%).

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Average rainfall in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average UV index in October - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Alamogordo, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in October
Alamogordo, NM

Average visibility in October - Alamogordo, 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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