October weather forecast
Westerly, RI

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Weather in October

As Westerly ushers in October, autumn's presence becomes more pronounced, with temperatures consistently falling. The dwindling daylight hours give way to earlier sunsets, paralleling shorter outdoor activity cycles. Cloud cover remains relatively unchanged from September, maintaining a steady precipitation pattern. October's distinctive weather trend is the jump in rainfall to 3.23" (82mm), providing the grounds for the departure of the warm season as autumn progresses.

Temperature

October implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). In Westerly, the nighttime temperature averages to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Westerly, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Westerly have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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 5:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westerly have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Westerly is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Westerly, RI

Average temperature in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average pressure in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average wind speed in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average humidity in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average rainfall in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average rainfall days in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average snowfall in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average snowfall days in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average sunshine days in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average UV index in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average cloud cover in October - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average visibility in October - Westerly, 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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