October weather forecast
Westford, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Westford, Massachusetts, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Westford in October undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from September's agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is witnessed throughout October.

Humidity

In Westford, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Westford, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 27.13" (689mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Westford, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 24.88" (632mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Westford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In Westford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Westford, 59.9°F (15.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Westford is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Westford is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Westford?

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Westford, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Westford, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Westford, MA

Average wind speed in October - Westford, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Westford, MA

Average humidity in October - Westford, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Westford, MA

Average rainfall in October - Westford, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Westford, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Westford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Westford, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Westford, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Westford, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Westford, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Westford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Westford, MA

Average UV index in October - Westford, 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
Westford, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Westford, MA

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

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

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