October weather forecast
Needham, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Needham, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 61°F (16.1°C) and min 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). During October, Needham consistently records a temperature low averaging a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Needham, during October, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Needham, there are 85.9 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Needham.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day 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 Needham, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Needham, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Needham, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Needham?

During October, Needham experiences an average high-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Needham?

The average relative humidity in October in Needham, Massachusetts, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Needham?

In Needham, in October, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Needham?

June through October are months without snowfall in Needham, Massachusetts.

Does it snow in Needham in October?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Needham?

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, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Needham have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Needham, Massachusetts, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Needham?

In Needham, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value 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
Needham, MA

Average temperature in October - Needham, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Needham, MA

Average pressure in October - Needham, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Needham, MA

Average wind speed in October - Needham, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Needham, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Needham, MA

Average rainfall in October - Needham, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in October
Needham, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Needham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Needham, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Needham, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Needham, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Needham, MA
  • 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Needham, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Needham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Needham, MA

Average UV index in October - Needham, 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
Needham, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Needham, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Needham, MA

Average visibility in October - Needham, 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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