October weather forecast
Poultney, VT

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Weather in October

As October commences, residents begin to feel a crisp nip in the air, marking the full arrival of Autumn in Poultney. Amid decreasing daylight hours, the city is beautifully decked up in hues of orange as foliage takes a deep autumnal color profusion. Sunlight, though less frequent than in September, still illuminates the town while cool breezes start getting hefty. Cozy nights draw people closer to their fireplaces while sunny days give a unique glow to the environment. Overall, October beautifully illustrates Vermont's quintessential fall charm.

Temperature

The beginning of October in Poultney involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Poultney, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Poultney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Poultney. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Poultney, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Poultney, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, in Poultney, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Poultney is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Poultney?

The high-temperature during October is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Poultney?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Poultney?

In Poultney, in October, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Poultney?

October is the first month it typically snows in Poultney, Vermont. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Poultney?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Poultney, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poultney have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Poultney is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Poultney?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Poultney, VT

Average temperature in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Poultney, VT

Average pressure in October - Poultney, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Poultney, VT

Average wind speed in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Poultney, VT

Average humidity in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Poultney, VT

Average rainfall in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Poultney, VT

Average rainfall days in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall days in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Poultney, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Poultney, VT

Average sunshine days in October - Poultney, VT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Poultney, VT

Average UV index in October - Poultney, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Poultney, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in October
Poultney, VT

Average visibility in October - Poultney, 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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