October weather forecast
Essex, CT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Essex, Connecticut, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). In October, the recorded average low-temperature is a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In Essex, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Essex, in October, during 14.6 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Essex, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Essex, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, in Essex, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Essex, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Essex?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Essex?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Essex?

In Essex, in October, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Essex?

In Essex, Connecticut, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in Essex in October?

In Essex, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Essex?

In October, the average day length in Essex, Connecticut, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Essex?

On the first day of October in Essex, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Essex?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Essex is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October in Essex?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Essex, Connecticut, is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Essex, CT

Average temperature in October - Essex, CT
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Essex, CT

Average pressure in October - Essex, CT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Essex, CT

Average wind speed in October - Essex, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Essex, CT

Average humidity in October - Essex, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Essex, CT

Average rainfall in October - Essex, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Essex, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Essex, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Essex, CT

Average snowfall in October - Essex, CT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Essex, CT

Average snowfall days in October - Essex, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Essex, CT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Essex, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Essex, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Essex, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Essex, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Essex, CT

Average cloud cover in October - Essex, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Essex, CT

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

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

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