October weather forecast
North Amherst, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in North Amherst, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). During the October nights, an average temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) is observed in North Amherst.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In North Amherst, in October, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.3 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in North Amherst. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in North Amherst, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in North Amherst is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, in North Amherst, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In North Amherst, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in North Amherst?

In North Amherst, in October, the average high-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in North Amherst?

The average relative humidity in October in North Amherst is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in North Amherst?

In North Amherst, in October, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in North Amherst?

October is the first month it typically snows in North Amherst, Massachusetts. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in North Amherst?

In North Amherst, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in North Amherst?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Amherst, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Amherst have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in North Amherst, Massachusetts, is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Amherst?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October in North Amherst?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
North Amherst, MA

Average temperature in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
North Amherst, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
North Amherst, MA

Average wind speed in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
North Amherst, MA

Average humidity in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in October
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall days in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall days in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
North Amherst, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
North Amherst, MA

Average sunshine days in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
North Amherst, MA

Average UV index in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
North Amherst, MA

Average cloud cover in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
North Amherst, MA

Average visibility in October - North Amherst, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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