October weather forecast
Raton, NM

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October

Weather in October

October in Raton sees a further descent in temperature, with the highest figure settling at 61°F (16.1°C). A significant decrease in sunshine hours is noted, and a crisp, cool autumn breeze begins to take over. A slow but steady transition towards colder months is underway, with the first snowflakes of the season starting to fall. Despite the descending temperature, rainfall continues the pattern set in September, adding approximately 0.91" (23mm) to the year's total. October’s weather carries the true essence of autumn, with the leaves turning golden and a slight chill in the air.

Temperature

October brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a warm 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C). Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is recorded during October.

Humidity

In Raton, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.

Rainfall

In Raton, in October, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Raton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Raton are January through May, September through December. In Raton, in October, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Raton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Raton, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Raton?
The high-temperature, in October, in Raton, records 61°F (16.1°C), while the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).
What is the average humidity in October in Raton?
In Raton, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.
How many days does it rain in October in Raton?
In Raton, New Mexico, in October, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Raton in October?
In Raton, in October, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Raton have in October?
In Raton, New Mexico, the average day length in October is 11h and 14min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Raton?
On the first day of October in Raton, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.
How long on average sun shines in October in Raton?
The average sunshine duration in October in Raton, New Mexico, is 7.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Raton?
The months with the lowest UV index in Raton are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in October in Raton?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Raton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Sep
October
Nov
Average high temperature
73.4°F
61°F
50.7°F
Average low temperature
49.3°F
38.3°F
28.9°F
Average pressure
30"Hg
30"Hg
30.06"Hg
Average wind speed
7.3mph
7.6mph
7.9mph
Average max. wind speed
7.8mph
8.6mph
8.8mph
Average wind speed gusts
11.6mph
12.3mph
13.3mph
Average humidity
53%
50%
51%
Average rainfall
0.91"
0.91"
0.39"
Average rainfall days
9.9
5.8
2.7
Average snowfall
0.04"
2.36"
2.44"
Average snowfall days
0.1
2.5
4
Average daylight
12h 2min
11h 1min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
11h 0min
7h 5min
7h 2min
Average sunshine days
18
21.7
24.4
Average UV index
4
2
2
Average cloud cover
15%
14%
14%
Average visibility
6mi
6mi
6mi
Average temperature in October - Raton, NM
Average temperature in October
Raton, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in October - Raton, NM
Average pressure in October
Raton, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October - Raton, NM
Average wind speed in October
Raton, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October - Raton, NM
Average humidity in October
Raton, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in October - Raton, NM
Average rainfall in October
Raton, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October - Raton, NM
Average rainfall days in October
Raton, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October - Raton, NM
Average snowfall in October
Raton, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October - Raton, NM
Average snowfall days in October
Raton, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Raton, NM
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Raton, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in October - Raton, NM
Average sunshine days in October
Raton, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October - Raton, NM
Average UV index in October
Raton, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and July (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October - Raton, NM
Average visibility in October
Raton, 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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