October weather forecast
Westwood, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Westwood, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

Westwood observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). The nights of October anticipate an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Westwood, in October, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.1 rainfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Westwood, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Westwood is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October in Westwood, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Westwood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Westwood, in October, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Westwood, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westwood have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Westwood, Massachusetts, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Westwood, MA

Average temperature in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Westwood, MA

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

Average wind speed in October
Westwood, MA

Average wind speed in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Westwood, MA

Average humidity in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Westwood, MA

Average rainfall in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Westwood, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Westwood, MA

Average snowfall in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Westwood, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Westwood, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Westwood, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Westwood, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Westwood, MA

Average UV index in October - Westwood, 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
Westwood, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Westwood, 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
Westwood, MA

Average visibility in October - Westwood, 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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