October weather forecast
Waltham, MA

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Weather in October

October brings forth the full force of autumn in Waltham, Massachusetts. This is when the weather starts to cool down significantly after the summer months, and the city becomes a riot of colors as the leaves change hues. The average high and low temperatures nestle around the cool 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively. The shorter days and longer nights set the city on the path towards winter.

Temperature

Arrival of October in Waltham comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). Waltham experiences a consistent average temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Waltham, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Waltham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.3 days and collects up to 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day 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, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Waltham in October?

In October, in Waltham, the average high-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Waltham?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Waltham?

In Waltham, Massachusetts, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Waltham?

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

Does it snow in Waltham in October?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Waltham?

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 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waltham have in October?

In Waltham, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Waltham?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Waltham, MA

Average temperature in October - Waltham, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Waltham, MA

Average pressure in October - Waltham, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Waltham, MA

Average wind speed in October - Waltham, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Waltham, MA

Average humidity in October - Waltham, 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
Waltham, MA

Average rainfall in October - Waltham, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and November (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Waltham, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Waltham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Waltham, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Waltham, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 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
Waltham, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Waltham, 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 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Waltham, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Waltham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Waltham, MA

Average UV index in October - Waltham, 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
Waltham, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Waltham, 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
Waltham, MA

Average visibility in October - Waltham, 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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