October weather forecast
Woods Hole, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average high of 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) in September to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). In October, Woods Hole's nights cool slightly to a consistent average temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In Woods Hole, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Woods Hole, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In Woods Hole, the average seawater temperature in October is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Woods Hole, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Woods Hole, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Woods Hole?

In Woods Hole, in October, the average high-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Woods Hole?

The average relative humidity in October in Woods Hole is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Woods Hole?

The month with the most rainfall in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, is October, when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Woods Hole in October?

In Woods Hole, Massachusetts, in October, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Woods Hole?

April through November are months without snowfall in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.

How cold is the water in October in Woods Hole?

In Woods Hole, in October, the average water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in October in Woods Hole?

The average day length in October in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Woods Hole?

On the first day of October in Woods Hole, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Woods Hole?

The average sunshine duration in October in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Woods Hole?

In Woods Hole, Massachusetts, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Sep
October
Nov
Average high temperature
68.5°F 20.3°C
60.8°F 16°C
50.9°F 10.5°C
Average low temperature
62.4°F 16.9°C
54.1°F 12.3°C
44.2°F 6.8°C
Average pressure
30.06" 764mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
11.9mph 19.2km/h
13.7mph 22km/h
14.8mph 23.8km/h
Average max. wind speed
12.6mph 20.3km/h
14.7mph 23.7km/h
15.8mph 25.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
18.3mph 29.5km/h
21.2mph 34.1km/h
21.7mph 34.9km/h
Average humidity
78%
76%
74%
Average rainfall
0.39" 10mm
0.71" 18mm
0.43" 11mm
Average rainfall days
5.2
6.2
4.8
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0
0
0.3
Average sea temperature
65.8°F 18.8°C
60.4°F 15.8°C
53.2°F 11.8°C
Average daylight
12h 3min
11h 1min
9h 5min
Average sunshine
8h 4min
6h 2min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
23.5
22.3
23
Average UV index
5
3
2
Average cloud cover
32%
40%
42%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average temperature in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average pressure in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and 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
Woods Hole, MA

Average wind speed in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 13.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average humidity in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average sea temperature in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average sea temperature in October: 60.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average UV index in October - Woods Hole, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average visibility in October - Woods Hole, 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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