October weather forecast
McAlister, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in McAlister, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.5°F (9.7°C) and max 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). In McAlister, October nights cool down to an average of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in McAlister is 51%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McAlister are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In McAlister, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, in McAlister, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in McAlister?

The high-temperature, in October, in McAlister, records 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the low-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in McAlister?

In October, the average relative humidity in McAlister is 51%.

What is the rainiest month in McAlister?

October is the month with the most rainfall in McAlister, New Mexico. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in McAlister in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in McAlister?

October is the first month it typically snows in McAlister, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McAlister have in October?

In McAlister, New Mexico, the average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in McAlister?

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 McAlister, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in McAlister?

In McAlister, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in McAlister?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McAlister, NM

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
McAlister, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
McAlister, NM

Average wind speed in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
McAlister, NM

Average humidity in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

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Average rainfall in October
McAlister, NM

Average rainfall in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in October
McAlister, NM

Average rainfall days in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
McAlister, NM

Average snowfall in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
McAlister, NM

Average snowfall days in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
McAlister, NM

Average sunshine days in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

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Average UV index in October
McAlister, NM

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
McAlister, NM

Average cloud cover in October - McAlister, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in October
McAlister, NM

Average visibility in October - McAlister, 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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