October weather forecast
Strafford, NH

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Strafford, New Hampshire, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in September to a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C). Strafford experiences a steady low-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Strafford, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.5 snowfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Strafford in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Strafford?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Strafford, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Strafford have in October?

In Strafford, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Strafford, NH

Average temperature in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Strafford, NH

Average pressure in October - Strafford, 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
Strafford, NH

Average wind speed in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Strafford, NH

Average humidity in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Strafford, NH

Average rainfall days in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Strafford, NH

Average snowfall in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Strafford, NH

Average snowfall days in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Strafford, 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 0min).

  • 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
Strafford, NH

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Strafford, NH

Average UV index in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Strafford, NH

Average cloud cover in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Strafford, NH

Average visibility in October - Strafford, NH
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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