October weather forecastJemez Springs, NM
October
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 arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). In Jemez Springs, October is marked by an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).Humidity
In Jemez Springs, the average relative humidity in October is 45%.Rainfall
In Jemez Springs, in October, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Jemez Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 15.12" (384mm) of snow.Daylight
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, 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 October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Jemez Springs, NM
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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 30min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).





