October weather forecast
Townsend, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Townsend, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 7°C (44.6°F) and 15.4°C (59.7°F).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F) in September to a refreshing 15.4°C (59.7°F). During October nights, Townsend records an average temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).

Humidity

In Townsend, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.7 snowfall days, and 644mm (25.35") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Townsend, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Townsend in October?

In Townsend, 15.4°C (59.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 7°C (44.6°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Townsend, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Townsend, Massachusetts, in October, during 13.6 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Townsend, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Townsend, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Townsend?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Townsend, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Townsend, MA

Average temperature in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 15.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Townsend, MA

Average pressure in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Townsend, MA

Average wind speed in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Townsend, MA

Average humidity in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

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

Average rainfall in October
Townsend, MA

Average rainfall in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 72mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (38mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Townsend, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Townsend, MA

Average snowfall in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (162mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Townsend, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Townsend, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Townsend, MA

Average UV index in October - Townsend, 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
Townsend, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Townsend, 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 34).

Average visibility in October
Townsend, MA

Average visibility in October - Townsend, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (8km).

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