October weather forecastBristol, RI
October
Weather in October
October ushers the vibrant aura of autumn into Bristol, painting the city with splashes of yellows, oranges, and reds. A drastic fluctuation in weather patterns occurs as rainfall increases to its yearly high at 1.97" (50mm). The city echoes with the rustling of leaves, a constant reminder of the season's special charm. The streets of Bristol look picturesque with the suites of colourful foliage and quaint architecture. However, the nights grow harsher as the month progresses, nipping the warmth in the early evening breeze.Temperature
With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall in Bristol, Rhode Island. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Bristol, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Bristol is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Bristol, RI
- Average high temperature in October: 61.7°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 (36°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 49.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Bristol, RI
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Bristol, RI
- Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Bristol, RI
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Bristol, RI
- Average rainfall in October: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in October
Bristol, RI
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Bristol, RI
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Bristol, RI
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Bristol, RI
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Bristol, RI
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Bristol, RI
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Bristol, RI
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Bristol, RI
- 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).
