October weather forecastTucumcari, NM
October
Weather in October
October carries hallmark signs of autumn with temperatures oscillating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) to 70.2°F (21.2°C). The immunity lowers from 47% in September, painting a clear picture of drier weather. People enjoy the exquisite fall foliage against the backdrop of sunny skies. The receding daylight results in 8.1 hours of sunshine only, significantly lesser than previous months. As we move to November, anticipate a noticeable drop in temperature paired with increased cloud coverage, giving a full-fledged winter feel.Temperature
Tucumcari's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). The low-temperature average for Tucumcari during October stands at a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Tucumcari is 47%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Tucumcari. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Tucumcari, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
In Tucumcari, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average high temperature in October: 70.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average humidity in October: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (33%).
Average rainfall in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average rainfall in October: 1.18"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average rainfall days in October: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average snowfall in October: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Tucumcari, NM
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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: 8h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average sunshine days in October: 24.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Tucumcari, NM
- Average cloud cover in October: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in October
Tucumcari, 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).
