October weather forecast
Malden, MA

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Weather in October

October welcomes the full swing of fall in Malden. With the change of season, the city witnesses cooler weather and the start of colorful foliage. Increased rainfall around 2.52" (64mm) rehydrates the city after the dry and warm summer months. The days become shorter, and the nights longer as the city transitions towards winter. Overall, it's a period where residents enjoy the city's serene autumn landscapes and seasonal festivities.

Temperature

Welcoming October, Malden observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). Malden's average low-temperature is measured at a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) during October.

Humidity

In Malden, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Malden, during October, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Malden 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Malden, 61.2°F (16.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.7°F (8.7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Malden, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Malden, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Malden is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Malden, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Malden have in October?

In Malden, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Malden, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Malden, MA

Average temperature in October - Malden, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Malden, MA

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

Average wind speed in October
Malden, MA

Average wind speed in October - Malden, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Malden, MA

Average humidity in October - Malden, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Malden, MA

Average rainfall in October - Malden, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
Malden, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Malden, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Malden, MA

Average snowfall in October - Malden, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Malden, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Malden, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Malden, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Malden, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Malden, MA

Average UV index in October - Malden, 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
Malden, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Malden, MA

Average visibility in October - Malden, 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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