October weather - Autumn 2024 - White Sands National Monument, NM

Weather in October
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Average rainfall in October
Average rainfall days in October
Average snowfall in October
Average daylight in October

The stunning landscape of the White Sands National Monument in New Mexico

Weather in October

October witnesses a more pronounced drop in temperatures, marking a clear movement towards the cooler months of the year. Daylight hours continue their autumnal decrease, casting long shadows over the monumental dunes. Rainfall reduces further, making for drier and cool adventure conditions at the park. This month's mercury curve drops noticeably to a top mark of 78.9°F (26.1°C), imprinting a cooler feel to the air. The combination of diminishing daylight and falling temperatures lends an interesting dimension to exploring the dunes.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in White Sands National Monument decreases in October, shifting from a tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C) in September to a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C). October presents a pronounced divergence from daily peak temperatures, with the average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Rainfall

In White Sands National Monument, in October, during 4 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42 days and collects up to 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In White Sands National Monument, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, in White Sands National Monument, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for White Sands National Monument in October?

October temperatures in White Sands National Monument vary between a high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and a low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

How many days does it rain in October in White Sands National Monument?

In White Sands National Monument, during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in White Sands National Monument?

April through October are months without snowfall in White Sands National Monument.

Does it snow in White Sands National Monument in October?

In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in White Sands National Monument?

In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, the average day length in October is 11h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in White Sands National Monument?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:14 pm MDT.

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Average high temperature

89°F 31.7°C

78.9°F 26.1°C

66°F 18.9°C

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Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average daylight

Average temperature in October
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average high temperature in October: 78.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (97.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.7°F).

Average low temperature in October: 41.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.7°F).

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Average rainfall in October
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall in October: 0.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.3").

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Average rainfall days in October
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall days in October: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March, April, May and November (2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average daylight in October
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

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October weather forecast
White Sands National Monument, NM

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