October weather forecast
Swanzey, NH

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Swanzey, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) in September to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). Swanzey anticipates an average minimum temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Swanzey, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.1 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Swanzey, in October, the average high-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Swanzey, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Swanzey?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Swanzey have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Swanzey, NH

Average temperature in October - Swanzey, NH
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°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: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Swanzey, NH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Swanzey, NH

Average wind speed in October - Swanzey, NH
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Swanzey, NH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Swanzey, NH

Average rainfall in October - Swanzey, NH
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Swanzey, NH

Average rainfall days in October - Swanzey, NH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Swanzey, NH

Average snowfall in October - Swanzey, NH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Swanzey, NH

Average snowfall days in October - Swanzey, NH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 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
Swanzey, NH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Swanzey, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Swanzey, NH

Average sunshine days in October - Swanzey, NH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Swanzey, NH

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Swanzey, NH

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Swanzey, NH

Average visibility in October - Swanzey, 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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