October weather forecast
South Orleans, MA

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Weather in October

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

Temperature

October's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in September to a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C). Consistently, South Orleans reports average nighttime temperatures of 54.7°F (12.6°C) during October, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In South Orleans, 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 October, the average length of the day 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in South Orleans?

The high-temperature during October is 59.4°F (15.2°C) and the low-temperature is 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?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In South Orleans, Massachusetts, in October, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in South Orleans?

In South Orleans, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Orleans have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in South Orleans, 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 South Orleans have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In South Orleans, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
South Orleans, MA

Average temperature in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average pressure in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average wind speed in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average humidity in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average rainfall in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average rainfall days in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average snowfall in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average snowfall days in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

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

Average sunshine days in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average UV index in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average cloud cover in October - South 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
South Orleans, MA

Average visibility in October - South 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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