October weather forecast
West Harwich, MA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in West Harwich, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.7°F (12.6°C) and max 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

In October, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). A modest nighttime temperature average of 54.7°F (12.6°C) characterizes October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Harwich, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Harwich, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In West Harwich, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In West Harwich, in October, the average high-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in West Harwich?

In West Harwich, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does West Harwich have in October?

In West Harwich, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in West Harwich?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Harwich, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
West Harwich, MA

Average temperature in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in October
West Harwich, MA

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

Average wind speed in October
West Harwich, MA

Average wind speed in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9mph).

Average humidity in October
West Harwich, MA

Average humidity in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
West Harwich, MA

Average rainfall in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
West Harwich, MA

Average rainfall days in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Harwich, MA

Average snowfall in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Harwich, MA

Average snowfall days in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Harwich, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Harwich, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Harwich, MA

Average sunshine days in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in October
West Harwich, MA

Average UV index in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
West Harwich, MA

Average cloud cover in October - West Harwich, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
West Harwich, MA

Average visibility in October - West Harwich, 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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