October weather forecastSilver City, NM
October
Weather in October
October is characterized by visibly cooler temperatures, notably dropping from September's range to 47.8°F (8.8°C) to 68.4°F (20.2°C). With rainfall reducing to 0.75" (19mm), the month is noticeably drier. Autumn really sets in during October, with leaves changing color and a slight chill in the air. October's milder temperatures and vibrant fall colors make it a wonderful time to visit Silver City. The combination of pleasant weather and charming surroundings makes October a phenomenal month in Silver City.Temperature
The onset of October is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a warm 77°F (25°C) in September to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.7 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.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 radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Silver City, NM
- Average high temperature in October: 68.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Silver City, NM
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Silver City, NM
- Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Silver City, NM
- Average humidity in October: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).
Average rainfall in October
Silver City, NM
- Average rainfall in October: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Silver City, NM
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Silver City, NM
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Silver City, NM
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Silver City, NM
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Silver City, NM
- Average sunshine days in October: 24 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Silver City, NM
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Silver City, NM
- Average cloud cover in October: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in October
Silver City, 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).
