October weather forecast
Silver City, NM

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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 beginning of October brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 77°F (25°C) in September to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Silver City's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Silver City, New Mexico, is 45%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Silver City, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Silver City, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Silver City, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Silver City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Silver City, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

In Silver City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Silver City in October?

Silver City in October has an average high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Silver City?

In October, the average relative humidity in Silver City is 45%.

How many days does it rain in October in Silver City?

In October, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Silver City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Silver City. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Silver City have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Silver City?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Silver City have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Silver City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Silver City is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average pressure in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average wind speed in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average humidity in October
Silver City, NM

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Silver City, NM

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average snowfall in October
Silver City, NM

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Silver City, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Silver City, 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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average UV index in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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Average visibility in October
Silver City, NM

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).

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