October weather forecast
Smith Lake, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Smith Lake, New Mexico, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature in Smith Lake, New Mexico, dips to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In Smith Lake, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 45%.

Rainfall

In Smith Lake, in October, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Smith Lake, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Smith Lake. October is the first month it typically snows in Smith Lake. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Smith Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Smith Lake, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Smith Lake, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Smith Lake in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Smith Lake, is 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Smith Lake?

The average relative humidity in October in Smith Lake is 45%.

How many days does it rain in October in Smith Lake?

In October, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Smith Lake?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Smith Lake?

The average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Smith Lake?

On the first day of October in Smith Lake, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Smith Lake?

In Smith Lake, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Smith Lake?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average temperature in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average pressure in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average wind speed in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average humidity in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Smith Lake, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average UV index in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in October
Smith Lake, NM

Average visibility in October - Smith Lake, 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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