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New England Weather in October

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

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Considering a trip to New England, the United States of America this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in New England in October

New England, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in New England generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Stowe at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in New Haven at 18°C (64°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in New Haven and 3°C (37°F) in Stowe.

To explore the conditions in New England, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Boston with an average of 111 mm (4.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Bar Harbor with 166 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Boston sees around 207 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore New England by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in New England - 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)
Best Time to Visit New England →

Best Places to Visit in New England in October

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

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 New England

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

Temperature range in New England (October)

Precipitation variation in New England (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 mixed 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
excellent
mixed
mixed
Climate in Boston →

Bar Harbor

In October Bar Harbor generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Bar Harbor →

Portsmouth

In October Portsmouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
183 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Portsmouth →

Providence

In October Providence generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
208 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
less favorable
Climate in Providence →

Burlington

In October Burlington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
160 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
mixed
less favorable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in New England, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boston 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Bar Harbor 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Portsmouth 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Providence 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Burlington 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Hartford 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)

New England weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in New England, the United States of America brings mixed weather. In Boston, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

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

Average temperatures in New England, the United States of America during October range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Boston.

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

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

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

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to New England, the United States of America with often mixed weather in Boston.

On average, the best time to visit New England, the United States of America is in August and September with generally excellent weather in Boston. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in New England.

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