Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). An average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) is recorded during the nights in October in Amherst.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Amherst is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Amherst, New Hampshire. October is the first month it typically snows in Amherst. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 26.42" (671mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.On the first day of October in Amherst, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Amherst, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Average temperature in October
Amherst, NH
- Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Amherst, NH
- 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
Amherst, NH
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Amherst, NH
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Amherst, NH
- Average rainfall in October: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in October
Amherst, NH
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Amherst, NH
- Average snowfall in October: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Amherst, NH
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Amherst, NH
- 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: 5h and 5min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Amherst, NH
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Amherst, NH
- 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
Amherst, NH
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
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
Amherst, NH
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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