October weather forecast
Harvard, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Harvard, Massachusetts, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Harvard's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). In the month of October, Harvard records a consistent average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

In Harvard, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Harvard, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 23.58" (599mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Harvard, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, in Harvard, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Harvard, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Harvard, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Harvard, is 59.7°F (15.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45.3°F (7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Harvard, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Harvard, Massachusetts, in October, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harvard have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Harvard have in October?

In Harvard, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Harvard, MA

Average pressure in October - Harvard, MA
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Harvard, MA

Average wind speed in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Harvard, MA

Average humidity in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Harvard, MA

Average rainfall in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Harvard, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Harvard, MA

Average snowfall in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Harvard, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Harvard, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Harvard, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Harvard, MA

Average UV index in October - Harvard, 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Harvard, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Harvard, MA

Average visibility in October - Harvard, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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