October weather forecast
Westfield, MA

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Weather in October

October continues the fall season, bringing in much cooler temperatures and scenic fall colors. Compared to September, the dropping temperatures signal the nearing winter. Weather conditions encourage Westfield residents to enjoy the last few weeks of relatively warm weather before the onset of the cold winter months. This period also witnesses several fall festivals adding to the charm of the season.

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C) to a moderate 59°F (15°C). An average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Westfield are October and December, with an average 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Westfield, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Westfield is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Westfield, the average high-temperature is 59°F (15°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Westfield?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.27" (83mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in October?

In Westfield, in October, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westfield have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Westfield, MA

Average temperature in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Westfield, MA

Average pressure in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Westfield, MA

Average wind speed in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

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 (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Westfield, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Westfield, MA

Average rainfall in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Westfield, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Westfield, MA

Average snowfall in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Westfield, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Westfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Westfield, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Westfield, MA

Average UV index in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Westfield, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Westfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Westfield, MA

Average visibility in October - Westfield, 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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