October weather forecast
Taunton, MA

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Weather in October

Taunton experiences a significant dip in average temperatures during October as the city inches further into the fall season. Comparatively lower temperatures from September and shortened daylight hours cast a distinct autumnal atmosphere over the city. The crisper weather conditions help the vivid autumn colours flourish. Traditional fall activities, such as apple picking and pumpkin festivals, become community-centered events in October.

Temperature

A shift in Taunton's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) is noted during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Taunton, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Taunton, Massachusetts, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Taunton is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Taunton, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Taunton?

The high-temperature, in October, in Taunton, is 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.9°F (9.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Taunton?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Taunton?

In Taunton, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Taunton?

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

Does it snow in Taunton in October?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Taunton?

On the first day of October in Taunton, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Taunton?

The average sunshine duration in October in Taunton is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Taunton?

In Taunton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Taunton, MA

Average temperature in October - Taunton, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Taunton, MA

Average pressure in October - Taunton, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Taunton, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Taunton, MA

Average humidity in October - Taunton, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Taunton, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in October
Taunton, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Taunton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Taunton, MA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Taunton, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Taunton, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Taunton, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Taunton, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Taunton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Taunton, MA

Average UV index in October - Taunton, 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
Taunton, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Taunton, 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
Taunton, MA

Average visibility in October - Taunton, 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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