October weather forecast
Northfield, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Northfield, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.6°F (14.2°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

In Northfield, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C). During October, Northfield experiences an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.8 days and aggregates up to 27.28" (693mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout October, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Northfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Northfield, MA

Average temperature in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Northfield, MA

Average pressure in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Northfield, MA

Average wind speed in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Northfield, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Northfield, 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 5min

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
Northfield, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Northfield, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Northfield, MA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Northfield, MA

Average visibility in October - Northfield, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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