October weather forecast
Dover, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dover, Massachusetts, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction 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). October nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dover, in October, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dover, there are 31.4 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dover in October?

During October, Dover experiences an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dover?

In Dover, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dover, during October, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Dover. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dover have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dover?

In Dover, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October in Dover?

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

Average temperature in October - Dover, MA
  • 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 (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Dover, MA

Average pressure in October - Dover, MA
  • 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).

Average wind speed in October
Dover, MA

Average wind speed in October - Dover, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Dover, MA

Average humidity in October - Dover, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Dover, MA

Average rainfall in October - Dover, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in October
Dover, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Dover, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dover, MA

Average snowfall in October - Dover, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dover, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Dover, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dover, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dover, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Dover, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Dover, MA

Average UV index in October - Dover, 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
Dover, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Dover, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Dover, MA

Average visibility in October - Dover, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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