October weather forecast
Washington, CT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Washington, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.9°F (15.5°C) and min 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). Washington experiences an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) in month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Washington, Connecticut, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Washington, Connecticut, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Washington. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Washington, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Washington is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Washington?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Washington during October are 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 45°F (7.2°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Washington?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Washington in October?

In Washington, Connecticut, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Washington?

October is the first month it typically snows in Washington, Connecticut. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Washington?

On the first day of October in Washington, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Washington?

In Washington, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Washington?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Washington is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Washington, CT

Average temperature in October - Washington, 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°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Washington, CT

Average pressure in October - Washington, 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
Washington, CT

Average wind speed in October - Washington, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Washington, CT

Average humidity in October - Washington, 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
Washington, CT

Average rainfall in October - Washington, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Washington, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Washington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Washington, CT

Average snowfall in October - Washington, CT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Washington, CT

Average snowfall days in October - Washington, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Washington, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Washington, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Washington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Washington, CT

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Washington, CT

Average cloud cover in October - Washington, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Washington, CT

Average visibility in October - Washington, 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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