October weather forecast
Ashfield, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ashfield, Massachusetts, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) in September to a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C). An average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) marks the nights in Ashfield, Massachusetts throughout October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Ashfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.9 days and aggregates up to 28.35" (720mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Ashfield, records 56.7°F (13.7°C), while the low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout October, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Ashfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ashfield have in October?

In Ashfield, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashfield have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Ashfield is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ashfield, MA

Average temperature in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Ashfield, MA

Average pressure in October - Ashfield, MA
  • 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).

Average wind speed in October
Ashfield, MA

Average wind speed in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ashfield, MA

Average humidity in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Ashfield, MA

Average rainfall in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Ashfield, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ashfield, MA

Average snowfall in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ashfield, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ashfield, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ashfield, MA
  • 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ashfield, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Ashfield, MA

Average UV index in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Ashfield, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Ashfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Ashfield, MA

Average visibility in October - Ashfield, MA
  • 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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