October weather forecast
Sunderland, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Sunderland, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Sunderland observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). October nights in Sunderland are marked by an average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sunderland, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) 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 38.7 snowfall days, and 23.07" (586mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sunderland, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sunderland, Massachusetts. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), 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 Sunderland, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Sunderland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sunderland have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Sunderland, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunderland have in October?

In Sunderland, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunderland are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sunderland, MA

Average temperature in October - Sunderland, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Sunderland, MA

Average pressure in October - Sunderland, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sunderland, MA

Average wind speed in October - Sunderland, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Sunderland, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Sunderland, MA

Average rainfall in October - Sunderland, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Sunderland, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Sunderland, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sunderland, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sunderland, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sunderland, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sunderland, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Sunderland, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Sunderland, MA

Average UV index in October - Sunderland, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sunderland, MA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Sunderland, MA

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

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

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