October weather forecast
Woods Hole, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

Transition into October subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) in September to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). The month of October shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Woods Hole, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In October, the average ocean temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: Swimming is not enjoyable for most people in water that is 60.4°F (15.8°C). As the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes harder.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Woods Hole is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Woods Hole in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Woods Hole?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Woods Hole, during October, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the ocean temperature in October?

In Woods Hole, the average seawater temperature in October is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For most, swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Woods Hole have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Woods Hole?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average temperature in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°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 (29.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Woods Hole, MA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average wind speed in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 13.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average humidity in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average sea temperature in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average sea temperature in October: 60.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average UV index in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Woods Hole, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Woods Hole, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Woods Hole, MA

Average visibility in October - Woods Hole, 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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