October weather forecast
Bolton, CT

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Grass, brown sand, and trees on an empty beach in Bolton, Connecticut, overlooking the blue waters far out
Grass, brown sand, and trees on an empty beach in Bolton, Connecticut, overlooking the blue waters far out

Weather in October

October is the time when the fall season truly sets its roots in Bolton. The temperatures plummet further, reinforcing the dominance of cooler weather over the waning remnants of summer. Colors of autumn are in their full grandeur, with the city's landscape presenting a delightful spectacle. The arrival of frost, reduced daylight hours, and the start of indoor heating are all staple October occurrences. As the leaves crunch underfoot and the smell of woodsmoke wafts in the air, snugly sweaters and hot cider become the season's norm.

Temperature

October in Bolton brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 73.4°F (23°C) to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). Nighttime temperature in Bolton, Connecticut, experiences an average drop to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Bolton is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bolton, there are 164.8 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Bolton, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, in Bolton, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Bolton is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Bolton is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bolton in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Bolton, records 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Bolton?

In October, the average relative humidity in Bolton, Connecticut, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Bolton?

In Bolton, in October, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Bolton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Bolton. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bolton have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Bolton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bolton, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bolton have in October?

In Bolton, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Bolton?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Bolton, Connecticut, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bolton, CT

Average temperature in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Bolton, CT

Average pressure in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Bolton, CT

Average wind speed in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

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

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Average humidity in October
Bolton, CT

Average humidity in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Bolton, CT

Average rainfall in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in October
Bolton, CT

Average rainfall days in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Bolton, CT

Average snowfall in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Bolton, CT

Average snowfall days in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 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
Bolton, CT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Bolton, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Bolton, CT

Average UV index in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Bolton, CT

Average cloud cover in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Bolton, CT

Average visibility in October - Bolton, CT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and September (5mi).

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