October weather forecast
Melrose, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Melrose, Massachusetts, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average high of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). In Melrose, an average nighttime temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is expected during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Melrose, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Melrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Melrose, Massachusetts, 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 October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Melrose, Massachusetts, during October are 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Melrose, Massachusetts, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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 Melrose, 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 Melrose have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Melrose, MA

Average temperature in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average pressure in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average wind speed in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average humidity in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average rainfall in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average snowfall in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average UV index in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MA

Average visibility in October - Melrose, 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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