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Santa Fe in October
Santa Fe weather in October - United States
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Santa Fe Weather in October

Plan your October trip to Santa Fe, United States. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 17°C (high) to 5°C (low), with 11% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. Great conditions with only 0 rainy days expected.

Avg High
17°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low
5°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days
0days

11% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Autumn season

Santa Fe October Weather Calendar

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Currency

USD

$ United States dollar

Language

English

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.44

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Remote
14/ 100
Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

Peak

Nov

Low

Feb

Monthly Traffic Distribution

12
Jan
12
Feb
13
Mar
14
Apr
14
May
26
Jun
23
Jul
33
Aug
29
Sep
25
Oct
35
Nov
21
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Denver (DEN)
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)
Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX)
The Duke City Albuquerque Sunport (ABQ)
Los Angeles (LAX)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

No Requirements

No Special Vaccinations Required

Standard travel precautions apply

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Santa Fe?

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Short Answer

Santa Fe shines in October with 17°C pleasant temperatures and minimal 11% rain chance. Expect 9.8 hours of sunshine daily - pack light layers for evenings.

Decision Factors

Excellent dry conditions

Only 11% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

High altitude destination

2134m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

9.8h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

71% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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    Families with children

    Comfortable 16.9°C temperatures and low 11% rain risk

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    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 16.9°C, 11% rain chance

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    Photographers

    9.8h sunshine, 73% clear skies for golden hour shots

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    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

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    Honeymoon couples

    Wedding score 91/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

930 observations30-year historical data
Confidence: 95%

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Santa Fe in October averages 17°C with 11% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Santa Fe in October

What are the temperatures in Santa Fe in October?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 5°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Santa Fe in October?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Santa Fe in October?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is October peak season in Santa Fe?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.