October weather forecast
New Bedford, MA

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Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts
Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in New Bedford, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature drops from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C). In New Bedford, the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 77%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, in October, the average water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: For most, swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In New Bedford, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in New Bedford?

In October, the average high-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in New Bedford?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month in New Bedford?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in New Bedford in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in New Bedford in October?

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in October in New Bedford?

In October, the average ocean temperature in New Bedford 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 New Bedford have in October?

In October, the average day length in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in New Bedford?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
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YearJFMAMJJASOctoberND
Sep
October
Nov
Average high temperature
71.2°F 21.8°C
61.9°F 16.6°C
50.9°F 10.5°C
Average low temperature
59.7°F 15.4°C
51.3°F 10.7°C
41°F 5°C
Average pressure
30.05" 763mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
9mph 14.5km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.3mph 15km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
11.8mph 19km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14mph 22.5km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
17.1mph 27.5km/h
Average humidity
78%
77%
74%
Average rainfall
1.06" 27mm
1.93" 49mm
1.14" 29mm
Average rainfall days
10.5
11.1
9.2
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
0.28" 7mm
Average snowfall days
0
0
0.6
Average sea temperature
65.8°F 18.8°C
60.4°F 15.8°C
53.2°F 11.8°C
Average daylight
12h 3min
11h 1min
9h 5min
Average sunshine
8h 4min
6h 2min
5h 2min
Average sunshine days
16.7
17.5
18.3
Average UV index
4
3
2
Average cloud cover
32%
40%
41%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in October
New Bedford, MA

Average temperature in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
New Bedford, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
New Bedford, MA

Average wind speed in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in October
New Bedford, MA

Average humidity in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in October
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall days in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall days in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
New Bedford, MA

Average sea temperature in October - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Bedford, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
New Bedford, MA

Average sunshine days in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
New Bedford, MA

Average UV index in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average cloud cover in October - New Bedford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
New Bedford, MA

Average visibility in October - New Bedford, 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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