October weather forecast
South Burlington, VT

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Weather in October

October is a transitional period in South Burlington's annual weather journey. The average temperatures slide from 41.2°F (5.1°C) to 55.4°F (13°C), bringing an end to the heat of summer. The city, wrapped in approximately 11 hours of daylight, witnesses a drop in UV index. Autumn in full force, the weather showcases a significant jump in cloud coverage to 52%. The scenic beauty of South Burlington is amplified in October, with hues of fall foliage adorning the landscape.

Temperature

October in South Burlington indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In South Burlington, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In South Burlington, during October, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In South Burlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation.

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

The average length of the day in October in South Burlington is 10h and 58min.
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.

Sunshine

In South Burlington, the average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

In South Burlington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in South Burlington, the average high-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In South Burlington, during October, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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 South Burlington have in October?

In South Burlington, Vermont, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in South Burlington, 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 many hours of sunshine does South Burlington have in October?

In South Burlington, the average sunshine duration in October is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
South Burlington, VT

Average temperature in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average pressure in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average wind speed in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average humidity in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average rainfall in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average rainfall days in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average snowfall in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average snowfall days in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average sunshine days in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average UV index in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average cloud cover in October - South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT

Average visibility in October - South Burlington, 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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