October weather forecast
Essex Junction, VT

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Weather in October

October is when autumn takes full swing in Essex Junction. There is a significant drop in maximum temperature when it falls from 69.1°F (20.6°C) to 55.4°F (13°C) within the end of September and October. The red and orange autumn foliage is at its peak in this month, making it an attractive season for sightseeing. The temperatures during the day remain mild, but the nights can get crisp as winter approaches.

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). Essex Junction's temperature lowers to a mean of 41.2°F (5.1°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

In Essex Junction, Vermont, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Essex Junction, during October, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Essex Junction, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.7 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Essex Junction, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Essex Junction, 55.4°F (13°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.2°F (5.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in Essex Junction?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Essex Junction, in October, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Essex Junction have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Essex Junction?

In Essex Junction, the average sunshine duration in October is 5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Essex Junction is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average temperature in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average pressure in October - Essex Junction, 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
Essex Junction, VT

Average wind speed in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average humidity in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average rainfall in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average snowfall in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Essex Junction, VT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average UV index in October - Essex Junction, 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
Essex Junction, VT

Average cloud cover in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Essex Junction, VT

Average visibility in October - Essex Junction, VT
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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