October weather forecast
Grants, NM

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Weather in October

October has Grants fully switching gears to fall, with weather growing colder as winter nears. It brings the city a vibrant palette of reds, oranges, and yellows as the fall foliage is in full bloom. While rainfall is in decline since the summer, it continues to further enhance the beauty of the fall landscapes. Hiking during this month becomes truly rewarding due to the splendid views the trails offer. Evidence of winter's approach could be seen with the year’s first snowfall likely to make its appearance.

Temperature

The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). During the month of October, Grants's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 45%.

Rainfall

In Grants, during October, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Grants, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grants 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 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Grants, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October in Grants, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Grants, New Mexico, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Grants is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Grants?

During October, Grants experiences an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Grants?

In October, the average relative humidity in Grants is 45%.

How much does it rain in Grants in October?

In Grants, New Mexico, during October, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Grants?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Grants, New Mexico, is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Grants?

On the first day of October in Grants, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:17 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grants have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Grants?

In Grants, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Grants, NM

Average temperature in October - Grants, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Grants, NM

Average pressure in October - Grants, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Grants, NM

Average wind speed in October - Grants, 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 August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Grants, NM

Average humidity in October - Grants, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in October
Grants, NM

Average rainfall in October - Grants, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Grants, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Grants, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Grants, NM

Average snowfall in October - Grants, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Grants, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Grants, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 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).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grants, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Grants, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Grants, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Grants, NM

Average UV index in October - Grants, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Grants, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Grants, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in October
Grants, NM

Average visibility in October - Grants, 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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