October weather forecast
South Lyme, CT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in South Lyme, Connecticut, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) from a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature records at a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In South Lyme, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In South Lyme, Connecticut, during October, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In South Lyme, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.7 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In South Lyme, Connecticut, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In South Lyme, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In South Lyme, in October, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Lyme have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
South Lyme, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
South Lyme, CT

Average pressure in October - South Lyme, 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
South Lyme, CT

Average wind speed in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
South Lyme, CT

Average humidity in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
South Lyme, CT

Average rainfall in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
South Lyme, CT

Average rainfall days in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
South Lyme, CT

Average snowfall in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
South Lyme, CT

Average snowfall days in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
South Lyme, CT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Lyme, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and 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
South Lyme, CT

Average sunshine days in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.8 days).

Average UV index in October
South Lyme, CT

Average UV index in October - South Lyme, 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
South Lyme, CT

Average cloud cover in October - South Lyme, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

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 28).

Average visibility in October
South Lyme, CT

Average visibility in October - South Lyme, 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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