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Rio Rancho, NM Weather on October 10
October 10th in Rio Rancho, NM typically brings pleasant fall weather, with average highs around 75°F and lows near 42°F — a 33°F daily swing. Over 42 years of records, the warmest October 10th was in 2003 (70°F average), while the coldest was 2000 (46°F) — a 24°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 17% of October 10th dates historically, with the wettest October 10th recording 0.7" of rain. The last decade has been 3.5°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 10
Planning for October 10th in Rio Rancho, NM? Great weather for outdoor activities.
October 10 Weather Records for Rio Rancho
- •The all-time record high for October 10th in Rio Rancho, NM is 89°F, set in 2024.
- •The coldest October 10th on record dropped to 27°F in 1990.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 10th in 4 of the last 42 years.
- •Last year (1982), October 10th was 10°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 10 ever in Rio Rancho?
The warmest October 10 in Rio Rancho, NM reached 89°F in 2024. That is 14°F above the long-term average high of 75°F.
What was the coldest October 10 ever in Rio Rancho?
The coldest October 10 in Rio Rancho, NM dropped to 27°F in 1990. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 42°F.
What is the average temperature on October 10 in Rio Rancho?
On October 10, Rio Rancho averages a high of 75°F and a low of 42°F based on 42 years of NOAA weather observations from RIO RANCHO #2.
How many years of weather data are available for October 10 in Rio Rancho?
We have 42 years of weather records for October 10 in Rio Rancho, NM, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 10 Weather History in Rio Rancho
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83°F | 56°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2024 | 89°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 82°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 70°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 82°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 86°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 81°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 63°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 63°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 73°F | 45°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2015 | 78°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 71°F | 52°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2013 | 77°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 82°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 64°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 76°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 72°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 88°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 79°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 68°F | 37°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 2005 | 60°F | 43°F | 0.34" | -- |
| 2004 | 76°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 84°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 79°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 73°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 51°F | 41°F | -- | -- |
| 1999 | 82°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 82°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 81°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 80°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 78°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 72°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 76°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 74°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 83°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 69°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 78°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 69°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 79°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 69°F | 49°F | 0.7" | -- |
| 1985 | 71°F | 52°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 1982 | 65°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 42 years of data from NOAA station: RIO RANCHO #2
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Rio Rancho, NM, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.