October weather forecastBridgeport, CT

October

Weather in October

October in Bridgeport, Connecticut, offers a symphony of colors. As the temperatures continue to drop even further from 73°F (22.8°C) in September to around 61.9°F (16.6°C), the beautiful autumn weather prevails. The clear crisp air and the shorter days mark the arrival of winter. Hiking and walking with the backdrop of the changing foliage are popular activities.

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). Bridgeport's temperature drops to an average low of 52.2°F (11.2°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Bridgeport is 74%.

Rainfall

In Bridgeport, during October, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 37.76" (959mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Bridgeport, in October, the average water temperature is 62.6°F (17°C).
Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 62.6°F (17°C). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Bridgeport is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bridgeport, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Bridgeport, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Bridgeport in October has an average high-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

In Bridgeport, during October, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

In Bridgeport, snow does not fall in May through October.

In Bridgeport, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

In Bridgeport, Connecticut, in October, the average water temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

73°F

61.9°F

50.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.1mph

10.1mph

10.7mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.1

0.5

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.2

14.5

17.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

Average low temperature in October: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average pressure in October: 30.02"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
Bridgeport, CT

Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average rainfall in October: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

Average rainfall days in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average sea temperature in October: 62.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bridgeport, 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: 5h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bridgeport, CT

Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Bridgeport, 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
Bridgeport, CT

Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Bridgeport, 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).