October weather forecast
Sterling, CT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sterling, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). Sterling records an average nighttime low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In Sterling, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sterling, during October, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Sterling is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of October, in Sterling, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sterling, Connecticut, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In Sterling, 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Sterling?

Sterling in October has an average high-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sterling?

In October, the average relative humidity in Sterling is 78%.

How much does it rain in Sterling in October?

In Sterling, in October, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sterling?

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

Does it snow in Sterling in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in October?

In Sterling, Connecticut, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sterling?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sterling, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Sterling?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value 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
Sterling, CT

Average temperature in October - Sterling, CT
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Sterling, CT

Average pressure in October - Sterling, 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
Sterling, CT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Sterling, CT

Average humidity in October - Sterling, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Sterling, CT

Average rainfall in October - Sterling, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Sterling, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Sterling, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sterling, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sterling, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Sterling, CT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sterling, 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: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sterling, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Sterling, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Sterling, CT

Average UV index in October - Sterling, 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
Sterling, CT

Average cloud cover in October - Sterling, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Sterling, CT

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

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

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