October weather forecast
Dover, VT

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dover, Vermont, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

As September transitions to October, the average high-temperature falls from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Dover registers a consistent average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Dover is 83%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Dover. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) 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 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dover, there are 79.7 snowfall days, and 64.41" (1636mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Dover is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October in Dover, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dover in October?

Dover in October has an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dover?

In October, the average relative humidity in Dover, Vermont, is 83%.

What is the rainiest month in Dover?

The month with the most rainfall in Dover, Vermont, is October, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dover in October?

In Dover, Vermont, in October, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Dover?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Dover?

In October, the average day length in Dover is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Dover?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dover?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Dover?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Dover, Vermont, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dover, VT

Average temperature in October - Dover, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.3°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 (13.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Dover, VT

Average pressure in October - Dover, 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
Dover, VT

Average wind speed in October - Dover, VT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Dover, VT

Average humidity in October - Dover, VT
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Dover, VT

Average rainfall in October - Dover, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.72").

Average rainfall days in October
Dover, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Dover, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dover, VT

Average snowfall in October - Dover, VT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (16.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dover, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Dover, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dover, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dover, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Dover, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Dover, VT

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

Average cloud cover in October
Dover, VT

Average cloud cover in October - Dover, VT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

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 40).

Average visibility in October
Dover, VT

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

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

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