October weather forecastBranford, CT
October
Weather in October
October brings along autumn in full swing in Branford, Connecticut, substantially lowering the average temperatures to 61.7°F (16.5°C). This shift in weather is marked by the outdoor scenery transforming into an array of vibrant reds, oranges and yellows. Rainfall in October peaks at 3.5" (89mm), providing the necessary moisture for the evolving vegetation. The cooler air and the spectacle of the autumn leaves make this time of year popular among residents and tourists alike. As the month advances, the anticipation of winter subtly begins to gather pace.Temperature
October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Branford's average low-temperature is measured at a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) during October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 75%.Rainfall
In Branford, in October, during 14.6 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.7 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Branford, CT
- Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Branford, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Branford, CT
- Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Branford, CT
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Branford, CT
- Average rainfall in October: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in October
Branford, CT
- Average rainfall days in October: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Branford, CT
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Branford, CT
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Branford, CT
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Branford, CT
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Branford, CT
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Branford, CT
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Branford, CT
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
