October weather forecast
Gardner, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Gardner, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.5°F (6.4°C) and max 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). In October, the temperature drops to an average of 43.5°F (6.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Gardner, Massachusetts, in October, during 11 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October in Gardner, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Gardner, Massachusetts, in October, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Gardner, Massachusetts. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gardner have in October?

In Gardner, 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 6:45 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Gardner, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Gardner, MA

Average temperature in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°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 (17.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Gardner, MA

Average pressure in October - Gardner, 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
Gardner, MA

Average wind speed in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

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

Average humidity in October
Gardner, MA

Average humidity in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Gardner, MA

Average rainfall in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Gardner, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gardner, MA

Average snowfall in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gardner, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gardner, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gardner, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Gardner, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Gardner, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Gardner, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Gardner, MA

Average visibility in October - Gardner, 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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