October weather forecastContinental Divide, NM
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Continental Divide, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C).Temperature
Continental Divide's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). During the October nights, an average temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) is observed.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 44%.Rainfall
In Continental Divide, during October, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In Continental Divide, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.UV index
In Continental Divide, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Continental Divide, NM
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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 24min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
