October weather forecast
Fort Stanton, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C). In Fort Stanton, in October, the average low-temperature is a frosty 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

In Fort Stanton, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.

Rainfall

In Fort Stanton, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Stanton, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.5 days and collects up to 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Fort Stanton. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Fort Stanton?

During October, Fort Stanton experiences an average high-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fort Stanton?

The average relative humidity in October in Fort Stanton is 50%.

How many days does it rain in October in Fort Stanton?

In Fort Stanton, during October, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Fort Stanton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Stanton have in October?

In October, the average day length in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, is 11h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Fort Stanton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Stanton, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:10 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Fort Stanton?

The average sunshine duration in October in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Fort Stanton?

In Fort Stanton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average temperature in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average pressure in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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
Fort Stanton, NM

Average wind speed in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average humidity in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average rainfall in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average snowfall in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 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
Fort Stanton, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average UV index in October - Fort Stanton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in October
Fort Stanton, NM

Average visibility in October - Fort Stanton, 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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