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Massachusetts Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Massachusetts, the United States of America in October.

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Planning a trip to Massachusetts, the United States of America this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Massachusetts in October

Massachusetts, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Massachusetts generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Florida to 18°C (64°F) in Seekonk. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Seekonk and 4°C (39°F) in Florida.

For a closer look at conditions across Massachusetts, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Winthrop with an average of 109 mm (4.3 in) to high rainfall in Florida with 144 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Boston gets approximately 207 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Massachusetts by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Massachusetts — and find the best time to visit. (based on Boston)

January3°C (37°F) February3°C (37°F) March8°C (46°F) April14°C (57°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October17°C (63°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Massachusetts in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Massachusetts.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Massachusetts

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Massachusetts (October)

Precipitation variation in Massachusetts (October)

Boston

In October Boston generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
207 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Boston →

Rockport

In October Rockport generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
207 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Rockport →

Gloucester

In October Gloucester generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
207 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Gloucester →

Cambridge

In October Cambridge generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
207 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Cambridge →

Hyannis

In October Hyannis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
205 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hyannis →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Massachusetts in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boston 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Rockport 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Gloucester 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Cambridge 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Hyannis 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
West Yarmouth 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)

Massachusetts weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Massachusetts, the United States of America in October?

Massachusetts, the United States of America typically experiences unpleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Boston average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Massachusetts, the United States of America in October?

Boston averages a daytime maximum of 17°C (63°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Massachusetts, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Massachusetts, the United States of America. Average rainfall in Boston sits around 111 mm (4.4 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Massachusetts, the United States of America?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Boston, October may not be the ideal time to visit Massachusetts, the United States of America.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Boston. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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