October weather forecast
Shaftsbury, VT

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Shaftsbury, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) from September's agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Shaftsbury, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) 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 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Shaftsbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.4 days and aggregates up to 44.72" (1136mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shaftsbury, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shaftsbury, Vermont, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shaftsbury in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Shaftsbury, records 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Shaftsbury, during October, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shaftsbury have in October?

In Shaftsbury, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average temperature in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°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 (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average pressure in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Shaftsbury, VT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Shaftsbury, VT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average rainfall in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.44").

Average rainfall days in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average snowfall in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average UV index in October - Shaftsbury, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Shaftsbury, VT

Average cloud cover in October - Shaftsbury, VT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Shaftsbury, VT

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

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

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