October weather forecast
Hartford, VT

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Weather in October

With October in Hartford, autumn begins its reign in earnest, aglow with shades of red, orange, and yellow. The ever-cooling weather, steady rainfall and diminishing daylight hours embody the classic walk-up to winter. It's the commencement of the crisp and cool chapter of the year, showing a significant drop in average high temperature to 55°F (12.8°C). Hartford in October is a spectacle, inviting visitors and locals alike to marvel at the stunning display of fall foliage.

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in October, shifting from a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) in September to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Hartford. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.9 days and aggregates up to 35.91" (912mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October in Hartford, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55°F (12.8°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hartford have in October?

In Hartford, the average day length in October is 11h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hartford?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Hartford, Vermont, is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hartford, VT

Average temperature in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Hartford, VT

Average pressure in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Hartford, VT

Average wind speed in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Hartford, VT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Hartford, VT

Average rainfall in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Hartford, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hartford, VT

Average snowfall in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hartford, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hartford, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hartford, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Hartford, VT

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Hartford, VT

Average cloud cover in October - Hartford, VT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Hartford, VT

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

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

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