October weather forecast
Española, NM

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Weather in October

October in Española continues the fall trend with cooler temperatures and decreasing rainfall. The average high temperature drops to a more moderate 62.2°F (16.8°C). As the month progresses, the changing climate brings with it hues of gold and red, making the city even more picturesque. October in Española is truly a beautiful sight to behold, and a perfect time for sightseeing.

Temperature

The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout October nights, Española reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In Española, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

In Española, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Española, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.9 days and collects up to 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Española. October is the first month it typically snows in Española. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Española, there are 25.9 snowfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in Española, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Española, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Española?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Española?

In October, the average relative humidity in Española is 47%.

How many days does it rain in October in Española?

In Española, New Mexico, in October, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Española?

October is the first month it typically snows in Española. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Española?

In Española, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Española?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Española, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:09 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Española?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Española?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Española is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Española, NM

Average temperature in October - Española, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Española, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Española, NM

Average wind speed in October - Española, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Española, NM

Average humidity in October - Española, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in October
Española, NM

Average rainfall in October - Española, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Española, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Española, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Española, NM

Average snowfall in October - Española, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Española, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Española, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 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
Española, NM

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Española, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Española, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Española, NM

Average UV index in October - Española, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Española, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in October
Española, NM

Average visibility in October - Española, 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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