October weather forecast
Leicester, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Leicester, Massachusetts, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Leicester's average low-temperature is measured at a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) during October.

Humidity

In Leicester, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Leicester, Massachusetts, in October, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Leicester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Leicester, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
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 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

Leicester in October has an average high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Leicester have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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 5:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leicester have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Leicester, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Leicester, MA

Average pressure in October - Leicester, 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
Leicester, MA

Average wind speed in October - Leicester, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Leicester, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Leicester, MA

Average rainfall in October - Leicester, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Leicester, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Leicester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Leicester, MA

Average snowfall in October - Leicester, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Leicester, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Leicester, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Leicester, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Leicester, MA

Average UV index in October - Leicester, 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
Leicester, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Leicester, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Leicester, MA

Average visibility in October - Leicester, 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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