October weather forecast
Fitchburg, MA

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Weather in October

October experiences a considerable drop in temperature, validating the full arrival of autumn in Fitchburg. The city witnesses the return of snowfall after several months, with an average accumulation of 0.59" (15mm). This mild snowfall sprinkles the orange landscape with specks of white, adding to the scenic charm of fall. October's weather propels a surge in outdoor activities like hiking and apple-picking. Ostensibly, October endorses a cozy, cool autumn draped with occasional snowflakes.

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). Throughout October, the temperature in Fitchburg tends to fall to a consistent average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fitchburg, in October, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fitchburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) 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 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Fitchburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 23.7" (602mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fitchburg, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fitchburg, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Fitchburg, 58.5°F (14.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Fitchburg, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Fitchburg, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°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 (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average pressure in October - Fitchburg, 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
Fitchburg, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average humidity in October - Fitchburg, 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
Fitchburg, MA

Average rainfall in October - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average snowfall in October - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Fitchburg, 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
Fitchburg, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fitchburg, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average UV index in October - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Fitchburg, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Fitchburg, MA

Average visibility in October - Fitchburg, 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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