October weather forecast
Caprock, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Caprock, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.7°F (22.6°C) and an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 82.4°F (28°C) in September to an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C). Caprock's temperature drops to an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 49%.

Rainfall

In Caprock, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Caprock are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Caprock, there are 7.4 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October in Caprock, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Caprock, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

In Caprock, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Caprock in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Caprock during October are 72.7°F (22.6°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Caprock?

In October, the average relative humidity in Caprock is 49%.

How many days does it rain in October in Caprock?

In October, in Caprock, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Caprock?

October is the first month it typically snows in Caprock, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Caprock have in October?

In Caprock, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Caprock?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Caprock have in October?

In Caprock, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in October in Caprock?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Caprock, NM

Average temperature in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Caprock, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Caprock, NM

Average wind speed in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Caprock, NM

Average humidity in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

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Average rainfall in October
Caprock, NM

Average rainfall in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in October
Caprock, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Caprock, NM

Average snowfall in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Caprock, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 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
Caprock, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Caprock, 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: 8h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
Caprock, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Caprock, NM

Average UV index in October - Caprock, 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
Caprock, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Caprock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in October
Caprock, NM

Average visibility in October - Caprock, 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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