October weather forecast
Thorndike, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Thorndike, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

Thorndike's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Throughout October, Thorndike encounters an average temperature drop to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

In Thorndike, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Thorndike, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) 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 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Thorndike, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Thorndike is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Thorndike, Massachusetts, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes 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:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Thorndike, is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Thorndike, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Thorndike, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thorndike, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thorndike have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Thorndike, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Thorndike, MA

Average temperature in October - Thorndike, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in October
Thorndike, MA

Average pressure in October - Thorndike, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Thorndike, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Thorndike, MA

Average humidity in October - Thorndike, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Thorndike, MA

Average rainfall in October - Thorndike, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Thorndike, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Thorndike, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Thorndike, MA

Average snowfall in October - Thorndike, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Thorndike, MA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thorndike, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thorndike, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Thorndike, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Thorndike, MA

Average UV index in October - Thorndike, 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
Thorndike, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Thorndike, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Thorndike, MA

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

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

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