October weather forecastWellfleet, MA
October
Weather in October
October unravels the full essence of autumn in Wellfleet, featuring cooler temperatures and colorful foliage. With the sea temperatures cooling to 58.7°F (14.8°C), the flow of beach goers starts to diminish. Despite the drop in temperature, clear sunny days provide a beautiful backdrop for viewing the changing leaves. October's comfortable chill coupled with slightly stronger winds creates a cozy atmosphere, typical of New England's renowned autumn. As the end of October nears, November ushers in a significant drop in temperatures, paving the way for the winter season.Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from 66.4°F (19.1°C) in September to a still refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). Wellfleet notes a steady average temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Wellfleet is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Wellfleet, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
In Wellfleet, the average seawater temperature in October is 58.6°F (14.8°C).Note: Swimming in 58.6°F (14.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.UV index
In Wellfleet, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (31.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Wellfleet, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average wind speed in October: 15.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.18").
Average rainfall days in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average sea temperature in October: 58.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Wellfleet, MA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Wellfleet, MA
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Wellfleet, 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).
