October weather forecast
South Valley, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, in South Valley, New Mexico, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). The average temperature in South Valley, New Mexico, during October nights dips to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in South Valley is 43%.

Rainfall

In South Valley, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In South Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in South Valley. October is the first month it typically snows in South Valley, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In South Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in South Valley is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October in South Valley, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In South Valley, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in South Valley, New Mexico, 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: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in South Valley?

During October, South Valley experiences an average high-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and a low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in South Valley?

In South Valley, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in October is 43%.

How much does it rain in South Valley in October?

In South Valley, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in South Valley?

October is the first month it typically snows in South Valley. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Valley have in October?

In South Valley, New Mexico, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in South Valley?

On the first day of October in South Valley, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in South Valley?

The average sunshine duration in October in South Valley is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in South Valley?

In South Valley, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
South Valley, NM

Average temperature in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
South Valley, NM

Average pressure in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
South Valley, NM

Average wind speed in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
South Valley, NM

Average humidity in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

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Average rainfall in October
South Valley, NM

Average rainfall in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
South Valley, NM

Average rainfall days in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
South Valley, NM

Average snowfall in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
South Valley, NM

Average snowfall days in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 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
South Valley, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Valley, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
South Valley, NM

Average sunshine days in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
South Valley, NM

Average UV index in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
South Valley, NM

Average cloud cover in October - South Valley, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in October
South Valley, NM

Average visibility in October - South Valley, 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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