October weather forecast
Fort Sumner, NM

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Weather in October

October marks the onset of fall in the city, and the reducing temperature becomes increasingly apparent. The first dip in temperature is marked with a relatively lower maximum temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C), denoting early signs of incoming winter. Nevertheless, the rainfall and snowfall remain somewhat scarce. Owing to the generous sunlight hours and moderate temperatures, the outdoors continue to remain inviting. The escalating wind speed adds to the crispness of the weather, complimenting the general fall aesthetic.

Temperature

In Fort Sumner, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's moderately hot 81.3°F (27.4°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). During the nights in October, the temperature averages to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Fort Sumner is 44%.

Rainfall

In Fort Sumner, in October, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Sumner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Sumner. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Fort Sumner, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Fort Sumner is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of October, in Fort Sumner, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Fort Sumner?

Fort Sumner in October has an average high-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fort Sumner?

In Fort Sumner, the average relative humidity in October is 44%.

How much does it rain in Fort Sumner in October?

In Fort Sumner, New Mexico, in October, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Fort Sumner?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fort Sumner, New Mexico. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Sumner have in October?

In October, the average day length in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, is 11h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Fort Sumner?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Sumner, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Sumner have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Fort Sumner?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Sumner, NM

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fort Sumner, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average wind speed in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average humidity in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (31%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average rainfall in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average snowfall in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (3.5 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
Fort Sumner, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Sumner, 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 5min

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: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average UV index in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in October
Fort Sumner, NM

Average visibility in October - Fort Sumner, 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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