October weather forecast
Northfield, CT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Northfield, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). Northfield records an average nighttime low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Northfield, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, Connecticut, during October, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Northfield. October is the first month it typically snows in Northfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Northfield is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Northfield is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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 Northfield?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Northfield during October are 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Northfield?

In October, the average relative humidity in Northfield, Connecticut, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in October?

In Northfield, Connecticut, during October, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Northfield?

October is the first month it typically snows in Northfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Northfield?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northfield, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Northfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Northfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Northfield, Connecticut, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Northfield, CT

Average temperature in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Northfield, CT

Average pressure in October - Northfield, 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
Northfield, CT

Average wind speed in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Northfield, CT

Average humidity in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Northfield, CT

Average rainfall in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Northfield, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Northfield, CT

Average snowfall in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Northfield, CT

Average snowfall days in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Northfield, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Northfield, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Northfield, CT

Average cloud cover in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

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 36).

Average visibility in October
Northfield, CT

Average visibility in October - Northfield, CT
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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