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Chelmsford weather in October (Massachusetts, United States of America)

How is the weather in Chelmsford in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Chelmsford generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 17°C. But by evening, they drop to around 5°C.

Chelmsford in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 129 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 207 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chelmsford climate page with graphs.

 

Chelmsford, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 129 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 207 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60% *  
* Data from: Boston, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Chelmsford in October?

For visitors traveling to Chelmsford, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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