October weather forecast
Niantic, CT

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Weather in October

October carries forward the fall season in Niantic, with a marked drop in temperatures from September. The smell of wet earth is common as precipitation ramps up, adding to the noticeable chill in the air. The cool winds of the month transform the landscape into a riot of russets, oranges, and yellows. The highest gusting winds of the year blow through Niantic at a 16.7mph (26.9km/h) pace. It is a time to enjoy the last of the lengthy days before winter makes its presence felt.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Niantic drops in October, from September's pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Niantic's average low-temperature for the month of October records at a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

In Niantic, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout October, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Niantic, there are 159.8 rainfall days, and 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Niantic, the average seawater temperature in October is 62.8°F (17.1°C).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 62.8°F (17.1°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Niantic, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Niantic?

In Niantic, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in Niantic?

In Niantic, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Niantic in October?

In Niantic, Connecticut, during October, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Niantic?

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

Does it snow in Niantic in October?

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

How cold is the water in October in Niantic?

In Niantic, Connecticut, in October, the average water temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C). Swimming in 62.8°F (17.1°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Niantic have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Niantic?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Niantic?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Niantic?

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

Average temperature in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Niantic, CT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Niantic, CT

Average wind speed in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Niantic, CT

Average humidity in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Niantic, CT

Average rainfall in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in October
Niantic, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall days in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Niantic, CT

Average sea temperature in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average sea temperature in October: 62.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Niantic, CT

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Niantic, CT

Average sunshine days in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Niantic, CT

Average UV index in October - Niantic, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Niantic, CT

Average cloud cover in October - Niantic, CT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Niantic, CT

Average visibility in October - Niantic, 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).

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