October weather forecast
Red River, NM

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Weather in October

October in Red River sees a definite arrival of autumn. The temperature becomes chilly, and there is an increase in snowfall to approximately 3.23" (82mm). Despite the dipping temperatures, the city is at its most scenic with striking fall colors and fewer rain days. The clear skies, coupled with moderate sunshine and cooler temperatures, promote vibrant autumn foliage in the area, making October an attractive month for admirers of the fall season.

Temperature

As October begins in Red River, New Mexico, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) in September to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). Red River registers a marked temperature plunge to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the cool October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Red River, New Mexico, is 54%.

Rainfall

In Red River, in October, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Red River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.8 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Red River. In Red River, during October, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Red River, there are 62.6 snowfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Red River, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Red River?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Red River, is 55.2°F (12.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Red River?

In Red River, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 54%.

How many days does it rain in October in Red River?

In Red River, in October, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Red River in October?

In Red River, in October, during 3.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Red River?

In October, the average day length in Red River is 11h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Red River?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Red River, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Red River?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Red River, New Mexico, is 7.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Red River?

The months with the lowest UV index in Red River are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October in Red River?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Red River is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Sep
October
Nov
Average high temperature
68.2°F 20.1°C
55.2°F 12.9°C
43.7°F 6.5°C
Average low temperature
43.2°F 6.2°C
31.6°F -0.2°C
22.1°F -5.5°C
Average pressure
30.02" 763mmHg
30.02" 763mmHg
30.08" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
5.5mph 8.9km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
6mph 9.7km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.3mph 11.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
8.5mph 13.7km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
Average humidity
55%
54%
59%
Average rainfall
1.02" 26mm
0.91" 23mm
0.67" 17mm
Average rainfall days
11.9
5.8
2.3
Average snowfall
0.12" 3mm
3.23" 82mm
4.57" 116mm
Average snowfall days
0.4
3.7
5.9
Average daylight
12h 2min
11h 1min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
11h 1min
7h 3min
7h 2min
Average sunshine days
13.4
21.4
22.7
Average UV index
4
2
2
Average cloud cover
15%
15%
16%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in October
Red River, NM

Average temperature in October - Red River, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Red River, NM

Average pressure in October - Red River, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Red River, NM

Average wind speed in October - Red River, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Red River, NM

Average humidity in October - Red River, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

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Average rainfall in October
Red River, NM

Average rainfall in October - Red River, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in October
Red River, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Red River, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Red River, NM

Average snowfall in October - Red River, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Red River, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Red River, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Red River, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Red River, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Red River, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Red River, NM

Average UV index in October - Red River, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Red River, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Red River, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in October
Red River, NM

Average visibility in October - Red River, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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