October weather forecastBurlington, VT
October
Weather in October
October sees a significant drop in temperatures, marking the onset of the colder season. Daylight hours decrease further, and the cool winds start to prepare Burlington for the upcoming winter season. This time of year is popular for leaf-peeping and autumn tourism as residents and tourists alike enjoy the spectacular display of fall foliage in Burlington. The air becomes brisk and winterwear finds its way out of the closets.Temperature
Burlington's progression into October involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in September to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). Burlington observes an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) during October nights.Humidity
In Burlington, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In Burlington, Vermont, in October, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Burlington. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 87.7 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October in Burlington, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
In Burlington, Vermont, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Burlington, VT
- Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Burlington, VT
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Burlington, VT
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Burlington, VT
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Burlington, VT
- Average rainfall in October: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in October
Burlington, VT
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Burlington, VT
- Average snowfall in October: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Burlington, VT
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Burlington, VT
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Burlington, VT
- Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Burlington, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Burlington, VT
- Average cloud cover in October: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Burlington, VT
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
