October weather forecast
Bethel, CT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Bethel, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). In Bethel, October is marked by an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Bethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Bethel is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bethel, Connecticut, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bethel in October?

During October, Bethel experiences an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Bethel in October?

In Bethel, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bethel, CT

Average temperature in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Bethel, CT

Average pressure in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bethel, CT

Average wind speed in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Bethel, CT

Average humidity in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Bethel, CT

Average rainfall in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Bethel, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bethel, CT

Average snowfall in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bethel, CT

Average snowfall days in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bethel, CT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bethel, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Bethel, CT

Average UV index in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bethel, CT

Average cloud cover in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Bethel, CT

Average visibility in October - Bethel, CT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (5mi).

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