October weather forecast
Cumberland, RI

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Weather in October

October in Cumberland, Rhode Island, continues the cool trend set by September. This month is characterized by mild temperatures, cooler nights, and shorter days. The city is painted in hues of yellow, orange, and red as leaves on trees change color. In October, the occasional snowfall can appear, but it maintains a low average of 0.12" (3mm). As October ends, it leaves behind a cooler climate that paves the way for November's more frigid weather conditions.

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). Cumberland records an average nighttime low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) in October.

Humidity

February, June, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Cumberland, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Cumberland, Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cumberland are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Cumberland, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.3 days and aggregates up to 12.64" (321mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cumberland, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Cumberland?

In October, in Cumberland, the average high-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Cumberland?

The months with the highest humidity in Cumberland are February, June, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in October in Cumberland?

In October, the average relative humidity in Cumberland, Rhode Island, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Cumberland in October?

In Cumberland, Rhode Island, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Cumberland?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, Rhode Island, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cumberland?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Cumberland?

The average sunshine duration in October in Cumberland is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cumberland?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cumberland, RI

Average temperature in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Cumberland, RI

Average pressure in October - Cumberland, RI
  • 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
Cumberland, RI

Average wind speed in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Cumberland, RI

Average humidity in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Cumberland, RI

Average rainfall in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in October
Cumberland, RI

Average rainfall days in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Cumberland, RI

Average snowfall in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Cumberland, RI

Average snowfall days in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (6.5 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
Cumberland, RI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Cumberland, RI

Average sunshine days in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Cumberland, RI

Average UV index in October - Cumberland, RI
  • 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
Cumberland, RI

Average cloud cover in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Cumberland, RI

Average visibility in October - Cumberland, RI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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