October weather forecast
Continental Divide, NM

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Continental Divide, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). Nighttime temperature in Continental Divide, New Mexico, experiences an average drop to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) in October.

Humidity

In Continental Divide, the average relative humidity in October is 44%.

Rainfall

In Continental Divide, in October, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Continental Divide, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Continental Divide are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Continental Divide, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Continental Divide, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.1 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Continental Divide is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October in Continental Divide, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Continental Divide?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Continental Divide, New Mexico, are 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Continental Divide?

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

How much does it rain in Continental Divide in October?

In Continental Divide, New Mexico, in October, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Continental Divide?

October is the first month it typically snows in Continental Divide, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Continental Divide?

In October, the average day length in Continental Divide, New Mexico, is 11h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Continental Divide?

On the first day of October in Continental Divide, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Continental Divide?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Continental Divide?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Continental Divide is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average temperature in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average pressure in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average wind speed in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average humidity in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

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Average rainfall in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average rainfall in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average snowfall in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Continental Divide, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average UV index in October - Continental Divide, 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
Continental Divide, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Continental Divide, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in October
Continental Divide, NM

Average visibility in October - Continental Divide, 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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