October weather forecast
Pelham, NH

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Weather in October

October in Pelham indicates a further deepening of autumn with temperatures dropping further, the highs averaging around 60.1°F (15.6°C) and the lows around 46.2°F (7.9°C). The city showcases an idyllic fall weather, with a significant decrease in temperature compared to September. A very slight amount of snowfall at 0.08" (2mm) over approximately 0.1 days reintroduces winter's harbinger. Daily sunshine duration reduces to 6 hours, further accentuating the shorter autumn days. Despite the fading warmth, the high degree of sunshine and crisp air contribute to a picturesque fall weather.

Temperature

During Pelham's transition into October, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). An average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is recorded in the month of October.

Humidity

In Pelham, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, in Pelham, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.9 snowfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pelham, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Pelham, is 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.2°F (7.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Pelham is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Pelham, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pelham have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Pelham, NH

Average temperature in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Pelham, NH

Average pressure in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Pelham, NH

Average wind speed in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Pelham, NH

Average humidity in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall days in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pelham, NH

Average snowfall in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pelham, NH

Average snowfall days in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pelham, NH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pelham, 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: 6h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Pelham, NH

Average sunshine days in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Pelham, NH

Average UV index in October - Pelham, NH
  • 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
Pelham, NH

Average cloud cover in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Pelham, NH

Average visibility in October - Pelham, NH
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

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