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South Wellfleet Weather in October

October in South Wellfleet brings moderate temperatures around 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 10°C (50°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 119 mm (4.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in South Wellfleet in October

Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data, with 119 mm (4.7 in) average. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in South Wellfleet in October

October in South Wellfleet brings typical temperatures with highs around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in South Wellfleet in October

There are approximately 205 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

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

South Wellfleet Temperature in October

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
119 mm (4.7 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Sunshine
205 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Nantucket, the United States of America (71 KM, 44 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 South Wellfleet in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in South Wellfleet 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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