October weather forecast
Higganum, CT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Higganum, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

Higganum observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's warm 73.4°F (23°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Higganum, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Higganum is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.9 rainfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Higganum.

Daylight

In Higganum, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Higganum, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Higganum, Connecticut, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Higganum?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Higganum, is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Higganum?

The average relative humidity in October in Higganum, Connecticut, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Higganum in October?

In October, in Higganum, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Higganum?

June through October are months without snowfall in Higganum, Connecticut.

Does it snow in Higganum in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Higganum have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Higganum?

On the first day of October in Higganum, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Higganum have in October?

In Higganum, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Higganum?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Higganum, Connecticut, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Higganum, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Higganum, CT

Average pressure in October - Higganum, 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
Higganum, CT

Average wind speed in October - Higganum, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Higganum, CT

Average humidity in October - Higganum, 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
Higganum, CT

Average rainfall in October - Higganum, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Higganum, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Higganum, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Higganum, CT

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

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

Average snowfall days in October
Higganum, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Higganum, CT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Higganum, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Higganum, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Higganum, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Higganum, CT

Average UV index in October - Higganum, 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
Higganum, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Higganum, CT

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

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

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