October weather forecast
Stow, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Stow, Massachusetts, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Stow observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). In October, the temperature drops to an average of 45.3°F (7.4°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Stow. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Stow, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 23.58" (599mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Stow is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Stow is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stow in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Stow?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Stow?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Stow, in October, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Stow have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Stow?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Stow, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Stow, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°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
Stow, MA

Average pressure in October - Stow, 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
Stow, MA

Average wind speed in October - Stow, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Stow, MA

Average humidity in October - Stow, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Stow, MA

Average rainfall in October - Stow, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Stow, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Stow, MA

Average snowfall in October - Stow, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Stow, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Stow, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Stow, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Stow, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Stow, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Stow, MA

Average UV index in October - Stow, 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
Stow, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Stow, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Stow, MA

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

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

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