October weather forecast
Swampscott, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Swampscott, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Swampscott in October demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). During October, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, in Swampscott, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Swampscott. October is the first month it typically snows in Swampscott, Massachusetts. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Swampscott, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 15.59" (396mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Swampscott, in October, the average water temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).
Note: It is advised against swimming in 58.1°F (14.5°C) when it drops below 50°F (10°C). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Swampscott, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October in Swampscott, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Swampscott is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. 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. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Swampscott in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Swampscott?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Swampscott in October?

In Swampscott, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Swampscott?

October is the first month it typically snows in Swampscott, Massachusetts. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in October in Swampscott?

In October, the average ocean temperature in Swampscott, Massachusetts, is 58.1°F (14.5°C). Swimming in 58.1°F (14.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Swampscott have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Swampscott?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Swampscott have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Swampscott?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Swampscott, MA

Average temperature in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Swampscott, MA

Average pressure in October - Swampscott, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Swampscott, MA

Average wind speed in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Swampscott, MA

Average humidity in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Swampscott, MA

Average rainfall in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in October
Swampscott, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Swampscott, MA

Average snowfall in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Swampscott, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Swampscott, MA

Average sea temperature in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average sea temperature in October: 58°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Swampscott, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Swampscott, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Swampscott, MA

Average UV index in October - Swampscott, 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
Swampscott, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Swampscott, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Swampscott, MA

Average visibility in October - Swampscott, 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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