October weather forecast
Falmouth, MA

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Weather in October

October in Falmouth, Massachusetts accompanies chillier season of autumn, bringing with it notable weather changes. The drop in temperature becomes more apparent as the month progresses, with the lowest recorded at 54.1°F (12.3°C). The shifting season paints the town in hues of orange and red, enhancing the beauty in and around the city. Alongside the temperature drop, October brings increased rainfall, a precursor to the colder winter months. As the month concludes, the town braces for an even colder climate in November.

Temperature

Falmouth's progression into October involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in September to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). In Falmouth, the nocturnal temperatures throughout October show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In Falmouth, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Falmouth, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In October, the average ocean temperature in Falmouth is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Falmouth, Massachusetts, is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Falmouth, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In Falmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Falmouth?

Falmouth in October has an average high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Falmouth?

In Falmouth, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Falmouth?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Falmouth, Massachusetts. Rain falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Falmouth?

In Falmouth, in October, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Falmouth?

In Falmouth, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the ocean temperature in October in Falmouth?

In October, the average ocean temperature in Falmouth is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Falmouth have in October?

The average day length in October in Falmouth is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Falmouth?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Falmouth?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Falmouth, Massachusetts, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Falmouth?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Falmouth, MA

Average temperature in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Falmouth, MA

Average pressure in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Falmouth, MA

Average wind speed in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 13.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Falmouth, MA

Average humidity in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Falmouth, MA

Average rainfall in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in October
Falmouth, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Falmouth, MA

Average snowfall in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Falmouth, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Falmouth, MA

Average sea temperature in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average sea temperature in October: 60.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Falmouth, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Falmouth, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Falmouth, MA

Average UV index in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Falmouth, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Falmouth, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Falmouth, MA

Average visibility in October - Falmouth, MA
  • 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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