October weather forecast
Dracut, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Dracut, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Dracut experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). Dracut, in October, observes a steady average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dracut, Massachusetts, in October, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) 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 Dracut, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 21.61" (549mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dracut, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, in Dracut, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dracut, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 59.9°F (15.5°C) and the low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dracut?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dracut, in October, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dracut have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dracut have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dracut is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dracut, MA

Average temperature in October - Dracut, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Dracut, MA

Average pressure in October - Dracut, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dracut, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Dracut, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Dracut, MA

Average rainfall in October - Dracut, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Dracut, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Dracut, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dracut, MA

Average snowfall in October - Dracut, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dracut, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Dracut, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dracut, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dracut, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Dracut, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Dracut, MA

Average UV index in October - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Dracut, MA

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

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

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