October weather - Autumn 2024

Weather in October
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Average pressure in October
Average wind speed in October
Average humidity in October
Average rainfall in October
Average rainfall days in October
Average snowfall in October
Average snowfall days in October
Average sea temperature in October
Average daylight in October
Average sunshine in October
Average sunshine days in October
Average UV index in October
Average cloud cover in October
Average visibility in October

The white colonial houses in Plymouth, Massachusetts, with the US flag flying

Weather in October

October in Plymouth, Massachusetts, showcases the splendid fall weather with crisp air, vibrant foliage, and shorter days. Being in the throes of the fall season, the city appeals with its pumpkin-spiced weather and brown-colored vistas. The average temperature slide from 70.2°F (21.2°C) in September to 60.3°F (15.7°C) in October marks the giant steps toward winter. This month stirs a mix of warm afternoons and chilly evenings, encapsulating autumn's breathtaking beauty and the inevitability of winter's approach. As October progresses, the city gears up for the winter, bearing witness to the kaleidoscope of changing seasons.

Temperature

Plymouth's progression into October involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) in September to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). The nighttime temperature, during October, averages of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and October, with an average 1.65" (42mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Plymouth, in October, the average water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, in Plymouth, the average high-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Plymouth?

The months with the most rainfall are July and October, with an average 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Plymouth, in October, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Plymouth, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Plymouth in October?

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

What is the ocean temperature in October?

In October, the average ocean temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Plymouth have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Plymouth?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

70.2°F 21.2°C

60.3°F 15.7°C

50.7°F 10.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.4mph 15.1km/h

11.3mph 18.2km/h

12mph 19.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.3

17.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Plymouth, MA

Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

Average low temperature in October: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Plymouth, MA

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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Plymouth, MA

Average wind speed in October: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Plymouth, MA

Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Plymouth, MA

Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Plymouth, MA

Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Plymouth, MA

Average sea temperature in October: 60.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Plymouth, MA

Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Plymouth, MA

Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Plymouth, MA

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
Plymouth, MA

Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Plymouth, MA

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).

October weather forecast
Plymouth, MA

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