Normal weather for New England in October
It's cool in October in New England with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 6°C.
In October, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 9,3 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
New England in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
14°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
17°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
9°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
43 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
9,3 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
4 days | 0 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in New England with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 4°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 15°C, with nights close to 1°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in New England will be around 11°C, with nights close to -1°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for New England in October
With 34°C, New England hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -8°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -19°C to a high of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in New England
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in New England, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in New England
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for New England, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 7 days of rain in New England.
Daily Snowfall in October in New England
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in New England, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in New England
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in New England, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in New England Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in New England, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in New England Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in New England, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in New England per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in New England, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for New England
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Average Weather in New England by Month
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