October weather forecast
Las Vegas, NM

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Weather in October

October signals a clear transition into the fall season in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The downshift in temperature from 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a cooler 62.4°F (16.9°C) is hard to miss. The arrival of autumn paints the cityscape in vibrant fall colors, making October an ideal month for scenic drives and autumn leaf peeping.

Temperature

October in Las Vegas, New Mexico, brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Las Vegas records an average nighttime low-temperature of 41°F (5°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Las Vegas, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.

Rainfall

In Las Vegas, in October, during 6.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, there are 76.1 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Las Vegas. October is the first month it typically snows in Las Vegas. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Las Vegas is 7.7h.

UV index

In Las Vegas, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Las Vegas in October?

The high-temperature during October is 62.4°F (16.9°C) and the low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Las Vegas?

In Las Vegas, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.

How many days does it rain in October in Las Vegas?

In Las Vegas, New Mexico, during October, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Las Vegas?

October is the first month it typically snows in Las Vegas. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Las Vegas?

In Las Vegas, New Mexico, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Las Vegas?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Las Vegas, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:06 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Las Vegas?

In Las Vegas, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Las Vegas?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Las Vegas, New Mexico, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average temperature in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average pressure in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average wind speed in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average humidity in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

Average rainfall in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average rainfall in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average rainfall days in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average snowfall in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average snowfall days in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average sunshine days in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average UV index in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average cloud cover in October - Las Vegas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Las Vegas, NM

Average visibility in October - Las Vegas, 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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