October weather forecast
Essex, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Essex, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average low of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of October is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). Essex records a mean low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Essex is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, in Essex, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.7 rainfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Essex.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Essex is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of October, in Essex, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Essex is 6.2h.

UV index

In Essex, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Essex?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Essex, Massachusetts, during October are 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Essex?

In Essex, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Essex in October?

In Essex, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Essex?

In Essex, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Essex in October?

In Essex, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

In Essex, Massachusetts, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Essex?

On the first day of October, 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 5:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Essex have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Essex is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Essex?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Essex, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.8°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 (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Essex, MA

Average pressure in October - Essex, 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
Essex, MA

Average wind speed in October - Essex, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Essex, MA

Average humidity in October - Essex, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Essex, MA

Average rainfall in October - Essex, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in October
Essex, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Essex, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Essex, MA

Average snowfall in October - Essex, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Essex, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Essex, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Essex, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Essex, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16 days).

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Average UV index in October
Essex, MA

Average UV index in October - Essex, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Essex, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Essex, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Essex, MA

Average visibility in October - Essex, 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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