October weather forecast
Quincy, MA

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A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts
A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts

Weather in October

October brings a discernible chill in the air as Quincy gears up for the winter months. However, the wind speed increases during this month to around 8.1mph (13km/h), causing the fallen leaves to whirl in the autumn wind. With rains entertaining their annual highs, the weather cycles between sunny, dry days and cloudy, wet ones. The splendid hues of the foliage complement the city's aesthetic appeal during this time.

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). An average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) is noted during the nights in October in Quincy.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Quincy, in October, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Quincy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Quincy, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In Quincy, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of October, in Quincy, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Quincy, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Quincy?

The high-temperature in Quincy during October is 61.5°F (16.4°C) and the low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Quincy?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Quincy?

In Quincy, Massachusetts, during October, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Quincy?

In Quincy, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in Quincy in October?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Quincy?

On the first day of October in Quincy, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Quincy have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October in Quincy?

In Quincy, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Quincy, MA

Average temperature in October - Quincy, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Quincy, MA

Average pressure in October - Quincy, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Quincy, MA

Average wind speed in October - Quincy, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Quincy, MA

Average humidity in October - Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall in October - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in October
Quincy, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Quincy, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Quincy, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Quincy, 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: 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Quincy, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Quincy, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Quincy, MA

Average UV index in October - Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Quincy, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Quincy, MA

Average visibility in October - Quincy, 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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