Weather in October in New Mexico
Considering a trip to New Mexico this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in New Mexico in October?
New Mexico is a region in the United States of America. New Mexico has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Taos Ski Valley at 9°C to warm in Lordsburg at 27°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Lordsburg and -1°C in Taos Ski Valley.
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In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lordsburg with an average of 12 mm to moderate rainfall in Taos Ski Valley with 73 mm.Average sunshine
For a closer look at October's conditions in New Mexico, see the map below. For a more detailed look at New Mexico's yearly weather, check out our New Mexico climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in New Mexico?
Raton
In October Raton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Clayton
In October Clayton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Albuquerque
In October Albuquerque generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Santa Fe
In October Santa Fe generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Angel Fire
In October Angel Fire generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in New Mexico, in the United States of America.
Is October the best time to visit New Mexico?
In our opinion, October is a good time to visit New Mexico with overall pleasant weather in Raton. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit New Mexico is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Raton. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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