October weather forecast
Rochester, VT

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Rochester, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.6°F (12°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C) in September to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). An average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

In Rochester, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.1 rainfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) 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 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Rochester, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.6 days and aggregates up to 36.97" (939mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rochester, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rochester, the average sunshine in October is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

Rochester in October has an average high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Rochester, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Rochester, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rochester, VT

Average temperature in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°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 (10.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Rochester, VT

Average pressure in October - Rochester, 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
Rochester, VT

Average wind speed in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Rochester, VT

Average humidity in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Rochester, VT

Average rainfall in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Rochester, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rochester, VT

Average snowfall in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rochester, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rochester, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rochester, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Rochester, VT

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Rochester, VT

Average cloud cover in October - Rochester, VT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Rochester, VT

Average visibility in October - Rochester, 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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