October weather forecast
Chelsea, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.4°F (9.1°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). During the nights in October, Chelsea experiences a consistent average temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In Chelsea, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chelsea, during October, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Chelsea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chelsea. October is the first month it typically snows in Chelsea. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Chelsea, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 15.75" (400mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In October, the average ocean temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).
Note: Most individuals do not find swimming at 59.5°F (15.3°C) to be enjoyable. As the water temperature declines below 69.8°F (21°C), maintaining control over one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of October, in Chelsea, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Chelsea, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In Chelsea, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Chelsea?

Chelsea in October has an average high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Chelsea?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Chelsea in October?

In Chelsea, during October, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Chelsea?

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

How cold is the water in October in Chelsea?

In Chelsea, in October, the average water temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C). Swimming in 59.5°F (15.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Chelsea?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Chelsea?

In Chelsea, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Chelsea?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Chelsea, Massachusetts, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Chelsea, MA

Average temperature in October - Chelsea, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Chelsea, MA

Average pressure in October - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, MA

Average wind speed in October - Chelsea, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Chelsea, MA

Average humidity in October - Chelsea, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Chelsea, MA

Average rainfall in October - Chelsea, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in October
Chelsea, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Chelsea, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Chelsea, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Chelsea, MA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Chelsea, MA

Average sea temperature in October - Chelsea, MA
  • Average sea temperature in October: 59.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Chelsea, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Chelsea, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Chelsea, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Chelsea, MA

Average UV index in October - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Chelsea, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Chelsea, MA

Average visibility in October - Chelsea, 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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