October weather forecast
Jemez Springs, NM

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Weather in October

October is characterized by a further decrease in temperature, accompanied by a significant reduction in rainfall to 0.63" (16mm) on average. The first traces of snow are expected towards the end of the month, painting a white cap on the surrounding mountain ranges. Lower UV Index in October suggests shorter daylight hours and long, cool nights. Despite the reduction in temperature, October offers a scenic blend of autumn leaves and early snow, making it a spectacular month to visit Jemez Springs, New Mexico.

Temperature

October's onset in Jemez Springs, New Mexico, brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). During October, Jemez Springs's temperature averages to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 45%.

Rainfall

In Jemez Springs, during October, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jemez Springs, New Mexico, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.1 snowfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Jemez Springs, New Mexico, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, in Jemez Springs, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Jemez Springs is 7.5h.

UV index

In Jemez Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Jemez Springs in October?

During October, Jemez Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Jemez Springs?

In October, the average relative humidity in Jemez Springs, New Mexico, is 45%.

How much does it rain in Jemez Springs in October?

In Jemez Springs, in October, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Jemez Springs?

October is the first month it typically snows in Jemez Springs. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jemez Springs have in October?

In October, the average day length in Jemez Springs, New Mexico, is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Jemez Springs?

On the first day of October in Jemez Springs, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Jemez Springs?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Jemez Springs?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Jemez Springs is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average temperature in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Jemez Springs, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average wind speed in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average humidity in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

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Average rainfall in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average rainfall in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average snowfall in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

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

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Average snowfall days in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 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
Jemez Springs, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Jemez Springs, 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 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average UV index in October - Jemez Springs, 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
Jemez Springs, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Jemez Springs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in October
Jemez Springs, NM

Average visibility in October - Jemez Springs, 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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