October weather forecast
Dalton, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dalton, Massachusetts, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

As October arrives, Dalton's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is recorded during October.

Humidity

In Dalton, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dalton, in October, during 15.6 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dalton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) 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 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Dalton, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.2 days and aggregates up to 40.98" (1041mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dalton, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dalton. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Dalton, 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout October, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dalton have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Dalton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What are the months 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 intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dalton, MA

Average temperature in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Dalton, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dalton, MA

Average wind speed in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Dalton, MA

Average humidity in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Dalton, MA

Average rainfall in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.4").

Average rainfall days in October
Dalton, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dalton, MA

Average snowfall in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dalton, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dalton, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Dalton, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Dalton, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Dalton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Dalton, MA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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