October weather forecast
Valdez, NM

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Valdez, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) in September to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). Valdez records a marked daily temperature contrast, with an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Valdez is 55%.

Rainfall

In October, in Valdez, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout October, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Valdez are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Valdez. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Valdez, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 26.14" (664mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Valdez, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Valdez. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Valdez?

The high-temperature in Valdez, New Mexico, during October is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Valdez?

The average relative humidity in October is 55%.

How much does it rain in Valdez in October?

In Valdez, New Mexico, in October, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Valdez?

October is the first month it typically snows in Valdez, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Valdez have in October?

The average day length in October in Valdez, New Mexico, is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Valdez?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Valdez, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Valdez?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Valdez?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Valdez.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Valdez?

In Valdez, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Valdez, NM

Average temperature in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Valdez, NM

Average pressure in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Valdez, NM

Average wind speed in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Valdez, NM

Average humidity in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

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Average rainfall in October
Valdez, NM

Average rainfall in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Valdez, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Valdez, NM

Average snowfall in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Valdez, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Valdez, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Valdez, NM

Average UV index in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Valdez, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in October
Valdez, NM

Average visibility in October - Valdez, NM
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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