Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
With the onset of October, Swampscott experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). During the nights in October, the temperature averages to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Swampscott, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Swampscott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.9 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Swampscott, in October, the average water temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 58.1°F (14.5°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In Swampscott, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6h.UV index
In Swampscott, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Swampscott, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average sea temperature in October: 58°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Swampscott, 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: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Swampscott, MA
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Swampscott, 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
Swampscott, MA
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Swampscott, 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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