October weather forecast
Bretton Woods, NH

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Weather in October

October sees a further decrease in temperatures in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire. The first half of the month still embraces the fall color palette, but towards the end, there is a nudge towards the colder hues of winter. Mid-October experiences occasional frost, indicating the imminent arrival of winter. Bare trees, early sunsets and recurring rainfall become staple characteristics of October. As the month transitions into November, residents brace themselves for the approaching harsh winter.

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). The temperature dips to an average of 37.4°F (3°C) during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) 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 5.7 snowfall days, it receives 4.92" (125mm) of snow. In Bretton Woods, during the entire year, snow falls for 120.8 days and aggregates up to 97.17" (2468mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bretton Woods, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Bretton Woods is 4.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Bretton Woods, is 51.6°F (10.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Bretton Woods, in October, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Bretton Woods. Throughout October, in the average 5.7 snowfall days, it receives 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Bretton Woods, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bretton Woods have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average temperature in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average high temperature in October: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average pressure in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average wind speed in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average humidity in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average rainfall in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average rainfall days in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average snowfall in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average snowfall in October: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average snowfall days in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average sunshine days in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average UV index in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average cloud cover in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in October
Bretton Woods, NH

Average visibility in October - Bretton Woods, NH
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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