Cape Cod National Seashore in October
In October, Cape Cod National Seashore averages a high of 61°F and a low of 47°F, with 4.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 307,000 people visit, the 6th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 10 hours 60 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 61° / 47°F
- Precipitation
- 4.2in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 10h 60m
- Visitors
- 307,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
Best months for weather and crowds instead: May (moderate), June (busy) and September (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Chatham Muni AP, MA, 25.5 miles from the park's center, 68 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston National Historical Park | 62° / 48° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Acadia National Park | 59° / 43° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Gateway National Recreation Area | 65° / 50° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Stonewall National Monument | 65° / 51° | Few or no visits | Mild, wet |
| Castle Clinton National Monument | 65° / 51° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Cape Cod National Seashore on nps.gov
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