October weather forecast
Oxford, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Oxford, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.1°F (7.3°C) and max 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

Oxford's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). Oxford usually reports an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, during October, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.7 snowfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oxford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Oxford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oxford in October?

In Oxford, 59.9°F (15.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Oxford, in October, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Oxford?

October is the first month it typically snows in Oxford. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Oxford, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Oxford, MA

Average temperature in October - Oxford, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Oxford, MA

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

Average wind speed in October
Oxford, MA

Average wind speed in October - Oxford, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Oxford, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Oxford, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Oxford, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Oxford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oxford, MA

Average snowfall in October - Oxford, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oxford, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Oxford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oxford, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oxford, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Oxford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Oxford, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Oxford, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Oxford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Oxford, MA

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

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

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