October weather forecast
Bristol, VT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Bristol, Vermont, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

Bristol's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) in September to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in October, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bristol are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 96 days and aggregates up to 49.8" (1265mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October in Bristol, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bristol, the average sunshine in October is 4.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

Bristol in October has an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Bristol, during October, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in October?

In Bristol, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in October?

In Bristol, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bristol, VT

Average temperature in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Bristol, VT

Average pressure in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bristol, VT

Average wind speed in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Bristol, VT

Average humidity in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Bristol, VT

Average rainfall in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Bristol, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bristol, VT

Average snowfall in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bristol, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bristol, VT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bristol, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Bristol, VT

Average UV index in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bristol, VT

Average cloud cover in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Bristol, VT

Average visibility in October - Bristol, VT
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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