October weather forecast
Mount Washington, NH

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Weather in October

October brings the staggering richness of autumn colors to Mount Washington. Lower temperatures and shorter daylight hours characterize this month, yet this doesn't detract from the opportunities for leaf peeping and pumpkin picking that only October can offer. The city celebrates fall with festivals and events, making October an eventful and appealing month. October records a maximum temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and has significant rainfall of 2.28" (58mm), providing the essential elements for the changing nature around the city. The blend of richly-toned colors of the trees throughout the city, makes October an exceptional month to visit Mount Washington.

Temperature

Mount Washington experiences a clear temperature downturn in October, with average high-temperatures moving from a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C) in September to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is noted in Mount Washington, New Hampshire.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Mount Washington, during October, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Mount Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 5.9 snowfall days, it receives 5.55" (141mm) of snow. In Mount Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 116.2 days and aggregates up to 68.07" (1729mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Washington is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mount Washington in October?

In Mount Washington, 50.7°F (10.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Mount Washington, New Hampshire, during October, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 5.9 snowfall days, it receives 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Washington have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Mount Washington, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average temperature in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average high temperature in October: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average pressure in October - Mount Washington, 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
Mount Washington, NH

Average wind speed in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average humidity in October - Mount Washington, 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
Mount Washington, NH

Average rainfall in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average snowfall in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average snowfall in October: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Washington, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average UV index in October - Mount Washington, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Washington, NH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in October
Mount Washington, NH

Average visibility in October - Mount Washington, 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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