Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature in Ruidoso Downs dips to a steady average of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 50%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ruidoso Downs. October is the first month it typically snows in Ruidoso Downs. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Ruidoso Downs, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.26" (286mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Ruidoso Downs is 11h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, in Ruidoso Downs, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:11 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Ruidoso Downs, the average sunshine in October is 7.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ruidoso Downs is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Ruidoso Downs in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Ruidoso Downs?
How much does it rain in Ruidoso Downs in October?
When does it start snowing in Ruidoso Downs?
How many hours of daylight does Ruidoso Downs have in October?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ruidoso Downs?
How long on average sun shines in October in Ruidoso Downs?
How high is the UV index in October in Ruidoso Downs?
Average temperature in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average high temperature in October: 64°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average humidity in October: 50%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).
Average rainfall in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall in October: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall in October: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average UV index in October: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average cloud cover in October: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in October
Ruidoso Downs, 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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