October weather forecast
North Smithfield, RI

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Weather in October

In North Smithfield, October fully ushers in the fall season. As residents say goodbye to the last remnants of summer heat, the temperatures drop further from 61.2°F (16.2°C) to 46.2°F (7.9°C). October often carries a unique charm with the weather becoming considerably cooler, and the leaves turning shades of brown and orange. This month does witness a fair amount of rain, but it also accompanies an increase in cloud cover. While the daylight hours continue to reduce, the overall climate remains pleasant and appealing.

Temperature

October in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). North Smithfield records an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In North Smithfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Smithfield, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in North Smithfield is 5.7h.

UV index

In North Smithfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in North Smithfield?

The high-temperature in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, during October is 61.2°F (16.2°C) and the low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in North Smithfield?

In October, the average relative humidity in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, is 78%.

How much does it rain in North Smithfield in October?

In North Smithfield, Rhode Island, in October, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in North Smithfield?

October is the first month it typically snows in North Smithfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Smithfield have in October?

In North Smithfield, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in North Smithfield?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in North Smithfield?

The average sunshine duration in October in North Smithfield is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in North Smithfield?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average temperature in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average pressure in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average wind speed in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average humidity in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average rainfall in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average rainfall days in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average snowfall in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average snowfall days in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
North Smithfield, RI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average sunshine days in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average UV index in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • 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
North Smithfield, RI

Average cloud cover in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • 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 37).

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Average visibility in October
North Smithfield, RI

Average visibility in October - North Smithfield, RI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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