October weather forecastNew Bedford, MA
October
Weather in October
October brings a more apparent onset of the fall season in New Bedford, with a marked reduction in temperatures, now ranging between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C). The fall foliage and approaching chill in the air, bring about an undeniable charm to the city. It's the perfect time for fall-themed outdoor activities like corn mazes, pumpkin picking, and leaf-peeping. As the city embraces the full swing of fall, the increased rainfall from September adds to the fluctuating weather transition from warm to cooler days.Temperature
The transition into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) from September's pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). The average low-temperature during October nights is a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C).Humidity
In New Bedford, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In New Bedford, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
In New Bedford, in October, the average water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In New Bedford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 51.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in October
New Bedford, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).
Average humidity in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average sea temperature in October: 60.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
New Bedford, MA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in October
New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
New Bedford, 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).
