October Rainfall and Precipitation in New Mexico
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in New Mexico, the United States of America in October.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
New Mexico precipitation in October: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does New Mexico, the United States of America receive in October?
Taos sees moderate snow/rainfall in October, averaging around 34 mm (1.3 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in New Mexico, the United States of America in October?
Expect around 7 days rainy days in Taos during October.
Is October part of the rainy season in New Mexico, the United States of America?
Not really. October is outside the wettest stretch of the year in New Mexico, the United States of America.
What is the wettest city in October in New Mexico, the United States of America?
Taos Ski Valley is the wettest city in New Mexico, the United States of America in October according to our database, with average snow/rainfall of around 73 mm (2.9 in).
What is the driest city in October in New Mexico, the United States of America?
Lordsburg is the driest city we have data for in New Mexico, the United States of America in October, with monthly rainfall close to 12 mm (0.5 in).
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