October weather forecast
Medford, MA

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Weather in October

October encapsulates the fullest expressions of the autumn season in Medford, Massachusetts. The differences from September are discernible with temperatures dropping rapidly, recording an average high of 61°F (16.1°C) and a low of 47.7°F (8.7°C). As the month progresses, distinct changes in foliage color become a typical autumn scenario. With November just around the corner, temperatures continue to fall, and the city transitions slowly towards its coldest period.

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Medford, in October, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 45.2 rainfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April, June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, 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.

Sunshine

In Medford, Massachusetts, 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 medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

During October, Medford experiences an average high-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) and a low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Medford, during October, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Medford, snow does not fall in April, June through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, 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 Medford have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Medford?

The average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Medford, MA

Average temperature in October - Medford, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Medford, MA

Average pressure in October - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average wind speed in October - Medford, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Medford, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Medford, MA

Average rainfall in October - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
Medford, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Medford, MA

Average snowfall in October - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Medford, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Medford, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Medford, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Medford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (22.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Medford, MA

Average UV index in October - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average visibility in October - Medford, 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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