October weather forecast
Belchertown, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Belchertown, Massachusetts, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.2°F (6.8°C) and max 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a moderate 59°F (15°C). Throughout October, a steady low-temperature average of 44.2°F (6.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Belchertown are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, in Belchertown, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 59°F (15°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Belchertown?

In Belchertown, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Belchertown in October?

In Belchertown, in October, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Belchertown. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Belchertown have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Belchertown is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Belchertown, MA

Average temperature in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Belchertown, MA

Average pressure in October - Belchertown, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Belchertown, MA

Average wind speed in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Belchertown, MA

Average humidity in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Belchertown, MA

Average rainfall in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Belchertown, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Belchertown, MA

Average snowfall in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Belchertown, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Belchertown, MA
  • 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Belchertown, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Belchertown, MA

Average UV index in October - Belchertown, MA
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Belchertown, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Belchertown, MA

Average visibility in October - Belchertown, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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