October weather forecast
Hopkinton, RI

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Weather in October

Octobers in Hopkinton usher in a distinct chill, marking the onset of fall months. Temperature drops are more noticeable, and coupled with shortened daylight, this period marks the beginning of the cold season. Sunshine hours decrease, while winds see a slight increase, further amplifying the chill in the air. Despite these changes, the amount of cloud cover remains stable compared to the previous month. The characteristic change in October's weather is the rainfall, peaking at 3.23" (82mm), making it the wettest month.

Temperature

Hopkinton's progression into October includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) throughout October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hopkinton, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hopkinton, Rhode Island, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In Hopkinton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures in Hopkinton vary between a high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Hopkinton, Rhode Island, in October, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Hopkinton, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Hopkinton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Hopkinton, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average temperature in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average pressure in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average wind speed in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average wind speed in October: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average humidity in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average rainfall days in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average snowfall in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average snowfall days in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average sunshine days in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average UV index in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average cloud cover in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Hopkinton, RI

Average visibility in October - Hopkinton, RI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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