October weather forecast
Somerville, MA

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Weather in October

With a high-temperature drop to 61.2°F (16.2°C), October ushers in the full effect of the fall season in Somerville Massachusetts. The fall foliage starts to become more pronounced this month. The weather is significantly cooler compared to previous months, and the colorful autumn scenery envelops the city. Despite the shortening daylight hours, the period offers pleasant days. Unlike the chillier nights, the afternoons can be relatively warmer thanks to the shifting weather patterns.

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C) in September to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). In October, the average low-temperature records at a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Somerville, in October, during 4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Somerville, there are 47.8 rainfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Somerville, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in October 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 Somerville, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Somerville, Massachusetts, is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Somerville is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Somerville in October?

In Somerville, in October, the average high-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Somerville?

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

How much does it rain in Somerville in October?

In Somerville, Massachusetts, in October, during 4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Somerville?

June through October are months without snowfall in Somerville.

Does it snow in Somerville in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Somerville have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Somerville?

On the first day of October in Somerville, Massachusetts, 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 5:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Somerville?

In Somerville, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Somerville?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Somerville, Massachusetts, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Somerville, MA

Average temperature in October - Somerville, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°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 (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°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 (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Somerville, MA

Average pressure in October - Somerville, 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
Somerville, MA

Average wind speed in October - Somerville, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Somerville, MA

Average humidity in October - Somerville, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Somerville, MA

Average rainfall in October - Somerville, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in October
Somerville, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Somerville, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and September (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Somerville, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Somerville, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 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
Somerville, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Somerville, 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: 6h and 0min

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
Somerville, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Somerville, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Somerville, MA

Average UV index in October - Somerville, 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
Somerville, MA

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

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
Somerville, MA

Average visibility in October - Somerville, 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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