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 warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). During October nights, Sands witnesses a consistent average temperature of 41°F (5°C).Humidity
In Sands, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.Rainfall
In Sands, in October, during 6.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sands, New Mexico, there are 76.1 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Sands are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Sands. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Sands, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in October in Sands?
How much does it rain in Sands in October?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sands?
How many hours of sunshine does Sands have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October in Sands?
Average temperature in October
Sands, NM
- Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Sands, NM
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Sands, NM
- Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Sands, NM
- Average humidity in October: 50%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).
Average rainfall in October
Sands, NM
- Average rainfall in October: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in October
Sands, NM
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sands, NM
- Average snowfall in October: 1.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sands, NM
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 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
Sands, NM
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sands, NM
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Sands, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Sands, NM
- Average cloud cover in October: 14
The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in October
Sands, 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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