October weather forecast
Gallegos, NM

Share

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Gallegos, New Mexico, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

October implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). During October, Gallegos records an average temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gallegos are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Gallegos, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October in Gallegos, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Gallegos is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gallegos in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gallegos, New Mexico, during October are 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Gallegos?

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

What is the rainiest month in Gallegos?

The months with the most rainfall are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gallegos in October?

In October, in Gallegos, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout October, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Gallegos?

October is the first month it typically snows in Gallegos, New Mexico. 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 Gallegos?

The average day length in October in Gallegos is 11h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Gallegos?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gallegos, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:00 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gallegos have in October?

In Gallegos, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Gallegos?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Gallegos, NM

Average temperature in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.3°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in October
Gallegos, NM

Average pressure in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.85"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in October
Gallegos, NM

Average wind speed in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in October
Gallegos, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (33%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in October
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in October
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in October
Gallegos, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in October
Gallegos, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gallegos, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gallegos, 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: 8h and 1min

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

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in October
Gallegos, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in October
Gallegos, NM

Average UV index in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in October
Gallegos, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Gallegos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

[Resources]

Average visibility in October
Gallegos, NM

Average visibility in October - Gallegos, 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).

[Resources]

Gallegos, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location