October weather forecast
Orleans, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Orleans, Massachusetts, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average high of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

October brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in September to a still refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). Orleans's October nights demonstrate minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, with an average of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Orleans, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

Orleans in October has an average high-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orleans have in October?

In Orleans, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Orleans, MA

Average pressure in October - Orleans, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Orleans, MA

Average wind speed in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Orleans, MA

Average humidity in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Orleans, MA

Average rainfall in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Orleans, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Orleans, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Orleans, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Orleans, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Orleans, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Orleans, MA

Average UV index in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Orleans, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Orleans, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Orleans, MA

Average visibility in October - Orleans, 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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