October weather forecast
East Harwich, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in East Harwich, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and an average low of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, East Harwich's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in September to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Nighttime readings during October register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In East Harwich, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in East Harwich, records 59.5°F (15.3°C), while the low-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In East Harwich, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In East Harwich, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In East Harwich, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does East Harwich have in October?

In October, the average day length in East Harwich is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In East Harwich, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
East Harwich, MA

Average temperature in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in October
East Harwich, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
East Harwich, MA

Average wind speed in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in October
East Harwich, MA

Average humidity in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
East Harwich, MA

Average rainfall in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
East Harwich, MA

Average rainfall days in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
East Harwich, MA

Average snowfall in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
East Harwich, MA

Average snowfall days in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
East Harwich, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - East Harwich, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
East Harwich, MA

Average sunshine days in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

Average UV index in October
East Harwich, MA

Average UV index in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
East Harwich, MA

Average cloud cover in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
East Harwich, MA

Average visibility in October - East Harwich, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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