October weather forecast
Hamden, CT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Hamden, Connecticut, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Hamden observes an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Hamden is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hamden, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hamden, Connecticut, there are 134.2 rainfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Hamden, Connecticut, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Hamden is 6h.

UV index

In Hamden, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Hamden?

In Hamden, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.6°F (9.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Hamden?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hamden in October?

In Hamden, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hamden?

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

Does it snow in Hamden in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hamden have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Hamden?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hamden, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hamden?

In Hamden, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Hamden?

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

Average temperature in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Hamden, CT

Average pressure in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Hamden, CT

Average wind speed in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Hamden, CT

Average humidity in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Hamden, CT

Average rainfall in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Hamden, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hamden, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hamden, CT

Average snowfall days in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hamden, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hamden, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Hamden, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Hamden, CT

Average UV index in October - Hamden, 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
Hamden, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Hamden, CT

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

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

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