October weather forecast
Columbus, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Columbus, New Mexico, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C) to a still warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). Columbus encounters an average low-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 39%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in October, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 8.35" (212mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Columbus, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:21 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbus is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October leads to these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Columbus?

The high-temperature, in October, in Columbus, is 74.1°F (23.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.6°F (13.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Columbus?

The average relative humidity in October is 39%.

How much does it rain in Columbus in October?

In Columbus, New Mexico, in October, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Columbus?

April through October are months without snowfall in Columbus.

Does it snow in Columbus in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in October?

In Columbus, the average day length in October is 11h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Columbus?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Columbus, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:21 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Columbus, New Mexico, is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Columbus?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Columbus is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Columbus, NM

Average temperature in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

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Average pressure in October
Columbus, NM

Average pressure in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Columbus, NM

Average wind speed in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and September (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Columbus, NM

Average humidity in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

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Average rainfall in October
Columbus, NM

Average rainfall in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in October
Columbus, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Columbus, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Columbus, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Columbus, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Columbus, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Columbus, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Columbus, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in October
Columbus, NM

Average visibility in October - Columbus, 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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