October weather forecast
Eagle Nest, NM

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Weather in October

October fully embraces the fall spirit in Eagle Nest, with temperatures rapidly cooling and fall color peaking. As the high temperature lowers to 56.7°F (13.7°C), the first signs of winter chill begin to creep in. Simultaneously, rainfall and humidity levels decline, leading to a drier environment. The resultant climate is favorably cool, imbued with scenic autumn shades, which can be enjoyed without the impediment of rainfall. Consequently, October embodies the quintessence of fall in Eagle Nest, serving cool conditions against a backdrop of vividly colored landscapes.

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C) in September to a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C). Despite the high peak temperatures, Eagle Nest witnesses an average nighttime cooling to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 54%.

Rainfall

In Eagle Nest, New Mexico, in October, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Eagle Nest, during October, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow. In Eagle Nest, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.3 days and aggregates up to 53.62" (1362mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Eagle Nest is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Eagle Nest?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Eagle Nest, New Mexico, during October are 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Eagle Nest?

In October, the average relative humidity in Eagle Nest is 54%.

How much does it rain in Eagle Nest in October?

In Eagle Nest, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Eagle Nest?

In October, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout October, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Eagle Nest?

In Eagle Nest, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Eagle Nest?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Eagle Nest, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Eagle Nest?

The average sunshine duration in October in Eagle Nest is 7.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Eagle Nest?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Eagle Nest?

In Eagle Nest, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average temperature in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Eagle Nest, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average wind speed in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average humidity in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

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Average rainfall in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average rainfall in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average snowfall in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Eagle Nest, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average UV index in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Eagle Nest, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in October
Eagle Nest, NM

Average visibility in October - Eagle Nest, 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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