October weather forecast
Bloomfield, NM

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Weather in October

October in Bloomfield, New Mexico is truly Autumnal - cooler daytime temperatures, occasional rainfall and decreasing daylight hours. The dropping temperatures and shift in climatic conditions noticeably impact the city's vegetation, transforming green landscapes into a colorful Autumn spectacle. With extended sunshine hours despite less daylight, October continues to tantalize residents and tourists with its mild, pleasant weather. While wind speed remains steady from September, a noteworthy increase in the frequency of gusts is there. These terrestrial breezes are typically associated with the arrival of the quiet, chilly Winter nights.

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Throughout October, Bloomfield witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In October, in Bloomfield, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.2 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Bloomfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.6 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Bloomfield is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, in Bloomfield, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Bloomfield, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In Bloomfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Bloomfield?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Bloomfield, is 62.6°F (17°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Bloomfield?

The average relative humidity in October in Bloomfield, New Mexico, is 44%.

How many days does it rain in October in Bloomfield?

In Bloomfield, New Mexico, in October, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Bloomfield?

October is the first month it typically snows in Bloomfield, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bloomfield have in October?

In October, the average day length in Bloomfield, New Mexico, is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Bloomfield?

On the first day of October in Bloomfield, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bloomfield have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Bloomfield is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Bloomfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Bloomfield, New Mexico, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Sep
October
Nov
Average high temperature
76.6°F 24.8°C
62.6°F 17°C
50.7°F 10.4°C
Average low temperature
55.9°F 13.3°C
43.2°F 6.2°C
31.8°F -0.1°C
Average pressure
30" 762mmHg
30.02" 763mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
6.8mph 10.9km/h
7mph 11.3km/h
6.2mph 10km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.4mph 11.9km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
7.3mph 11.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.7mph 17.2km/h
11.3mph 18.2km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
Average humidity
41%
44%
50%
Average rainfall
1.34" 34mm
0.91" 23mm
0.59" 15mm
Average rainfall days
10.7
7.2
3.7
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.2" 5mm
0.94" 24mm
Average snowfall days
0
0.3
2.1
Average daylight
12h 2min
11h 1min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
11h 0min
7h 2min
7h 1min
Average sunshine days
16.5
21.8
23.8
Average UV index
5
3
2
Average cloud cover
12%
13%
16%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average temperature in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Bloomfield, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average wind speed in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average humidity in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

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Average rainfall in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average snowfall in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bloomfield, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average UV index in October - Bloomfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in October
Bloomfield, NM

Average visibility in October - Bloomfield, 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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