October weather forecast
Swanton, VT

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Weather in October

Come October, Swanton, Vermont is aglow with Autumn's fiery palette. A brisk chill permeates the air, signaling the approach of Winter. The temperature follows the declining trend of September, spanning from a cool 41.4°F (5.2°C) to 55.2°F (12.9°C). Piles of rustling leaves line the streets, mirroring the breathtaking scenery. The world somberly waves farewell to the Sun's splendid display for the year.

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 31.89" (810mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Swanton, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.5 days and aggregates up to 45.98" (1168mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Swanton, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
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 7:30 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Swanton, 55.2°F (12.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.4°F (5.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Swanton, in October, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Swanton, the average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Swanton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in October
Swanton, VT

Average temperature in October - Swanton, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Swanton, VT

Average pressure in October - Swanton, VT
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Swanton, VT

Average wind speed in October - Swanton, VT
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Swanton, VT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Swanton, VT

Average rainfall in October - Swanton, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Swanton, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Swanton, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Swanton, VT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Swanton, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Swanton, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Swanton, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Swanton, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Swanton, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Swanton, VT

Average UV index in October - Swanton, 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
Swanton, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Swanton, VT

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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