October weather forecast
Socorro, NM

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Weather in October

As October graces Socorro, the preceding balmy weather gives way to cooler autumnal temperatures. The weather in October sees a drastic reduction in rainfall compared to September, while the sunshine remains plentiful. The subtlety gradual change is more than noticeable, with a significant fall in temperatures towards the end of the month. Despite the shifting temperatures, the overall weather remains pleasant, an amalgamation of mild days and cool nights without extreme fluctuations. The fall sun offers daytime temperatures reaching 69.4°F (20.8°C), while nights become significantly cooler, falling to an average of 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

Socorro in October undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from September's moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Socorro, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

In Socorro, during October, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Socorro, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.7 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Socorro, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Socorro, New Mexico, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Socorro, New Mexico, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during October morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Socorro?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Socorro, is 69.4°F (20.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Socorro?

In Socorro, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 41%.

How much does it rain in Socorro in October?

In Socorro, New Mexico, in October, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Socorro?

In Socorro, New Mexico, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Socorro in October?

In Socorro, New Mexico, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Socorro have in October?

The average day length in October in Socorro is 11h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Socorro?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Socorro, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Socorro have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Socorro?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Socorro, New Mexico, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Socorro, NM

Average temperature in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Socorro, NM

Average pressure in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Socorro, NM

Average wind speed in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Socorro, NM

Average humidity in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (54%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (25%).

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Average rainfall in October
Socorro, NM

Average rainfall in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
Socorro, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Socorro, NM

Average snowfall in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Socorro, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Socorro, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Socorro, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Socorro, NM

Average UV index in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Socorro, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Socorro, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in October
Socorro, NM

Average visibility in October - Socorro, 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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