October weather forecast
Keene, NH

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Weather in October

October brings Keene a full immersion into autumn, with definitive drops in temperature coming into effect. In correlation with the change in season, the city witnesses a vibrant transformation, the fall colors reaching their peak brilliance. The lengthy daylight hours from the summer have shortened noticeably, giving way to longer nights. October's weather also sees higher precipitation levels, casting a misty veil on the city's stunning fall scenery. It is the prime time for cozy layers and the delightful crunch of fallen leaves beneath one's feet.

Temperature

Keene's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) in September to a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C). In Keene, October nights cool down to an average of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Keene is 80%.

Rainfall

In Keene, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Keene, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.1 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) 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 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of October, in Keene, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Keene?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Keene, is 56.8°F (13.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Keene?

In October, the average relative humidity in Keene, New Hampshire, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Keene?

In Keene, New Hampshire, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Keene?

October is the first month it typically snows in Keene. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Keene have in October?

In Keene, New Hampshire, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Keene?

On the first day of October in Keene, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Keene have in October?

In Keene, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Keene?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Keene?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Keene, New Hampshire, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Keene, NH

Average temperature in October - Keene, NH
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Keene, NH

Average pressure in October - Keene, NH
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Keene, NH

Average wind speed in October - Keene, NH
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Keene, NH

Average humidity in October - Keene, NH
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Keene, NH

Average rainfall in October - Keene, NH
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in October
Keene, NH

Average rainfall days in October - Keene, NH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Keene, NH

Average snowfall in October - Keene, NH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Keene, NH

Average snowfall days in October - Keene, NH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Keene, NH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Keene, NH
  • 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Keene, NH

Average sunshine days in October - Keene, NH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Keene, NH

Average UV index in October - Keene, NH
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Keene, NH

Average cloud cover in October - Keene, NH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in October
Keene, NH

Average visibility in October - Keene, NH
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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