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Scituate Weather in October

October in Scituate brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights dropping to 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 129 mm (5.1 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Scituate in October

Historically, the month has about 12 days of rain, averaging 129 mm (5.1 in) in total. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Scituate in October

October in Scituate sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Scituate in October

With approximately 207 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Scituate.

Scituate Temperature in October

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
129 mm (5.1 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
207 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
60% *
* Data from: Boston, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Scituate in October

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in October. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Scituate in October

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

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

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