October weather forecast
Tucumcari, NM

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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 in Tucumcari 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

The beginning of October in Tucumcari marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). An average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

In Tucumcari, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Tucumcari are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Tucumcari, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tucumcari, New Mexico, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October 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 in Tucumcari is 8.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Tucumcari?

In Tucumcari, 70.2°F (21.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.5°F (10.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Tucumcari?

In Tucumcari, the average relative humidity in October is 47%.

What is the rainiest month in Tucumcari?

The wettest months in Tucumcari are June and October, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in October in Tucumcari?

In Tucumcari, New Mexico, during October, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Tucumcari?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Tucumcari?

The average day length in October in Tucumcari is 11h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Tucumcari?

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.

How long on average sun shines in October in Tucumcari?

The average sunshine duration in October in Tucumcari, New Mexico, is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Tucumcari?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Tucumcari, New Mexico, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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Average pressure in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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Average wind speed in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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Average humidity in October
Tucumcari, NM

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Tucumcari, NM

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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Average snowfall in October
Tucumcari, NM

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Tucumcari, 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: 8h and 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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Average UV index in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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Average visibility in October
Tucumcari, NM

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).

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