October weather forecast
Southborough, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Southborough, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.7°F (15.4°C) and min 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

In Southborough, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). Southborough's temperature drops to an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In Southborough, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.8 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.4 snowfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Southborough, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Southborough, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Southborough, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Southborough in October?

During October, Southborough experiences an average high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Southborough. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Southborough have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Southborough, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Southborough, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Southborough, MA

Average wind speed in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Southborough, MA

Average humidity in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Southborough, MA

Average rainfall in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, November and December (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Southborough, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Southborough, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Southborough, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Southborough, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Southborough, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Southborough, MA

Average UV index in October - Southborough, 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
Southborough, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Southborough, MA

Average visibility in October - Southborough, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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