October weather forecast
Palmer, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Palmer, Massachusetts, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). Palmer, in October, experiences an average temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Palmer is 79%.

Rainfall

In Palmer, during October, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palmer, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Palmer, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October in Palmer, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Palmer is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Palmer?

The high-temperature, in October, in Palmer, records 60.3°F (15.7°C), while the low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Palmer?

The average relative humidity in October in Palmer is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Palmer?

In Palmer, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Palmer?

October is the first month it typically snows in Palmer. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer have in October?

In October, the average day length in Palmer, Massachusetts, is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Palmer?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmer have in October?

In Palmer, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Palmer?

In Palmer, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Palmer, MA

Average temperature in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in October
Palmer, MA

Average pressure in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Palmer, MA

Average wind speed in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Palmer, MA

Average humidity in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Palmer, MA

Average rainfall in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in October
Palmer, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Palmer, MA

Average snowfall in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Palmer, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 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
Palmer, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Palmer, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Palmer, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Palmer, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Palmer, MA

Average UV index in October - Palmer, 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
Palmer, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Palmer, MA

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

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

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