Weather in October in Connecticut
Are you planning a trip a to Connecticut in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Connecticut in October?
Connecticut is a region in the United States of America. October in Connecticut generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Cornwall Bridge at 16°C to pleasant in Stamford at 18°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Stamford and 5°C in Cornwall Bridge.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Stratford with an average of 98 mm to high rainfall in Torrington with 137 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Stamford enjoys close to 213 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For a closer look at October's conditions in Connecticut, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Connecticut's yearly weather, check out our Connecticut climate page.
Where to go in Connecticut in October
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Connecticut?
Stamford
In October Stamford generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Mystic
In October Mystic generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Windsor Locks
In October Windsor Locks generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Danbury
In October Danbury generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Groton
In October Groton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Connecticut, in the United States of America.
Is October the best time to visit Connecticut?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Stamford, October might be a good time to visit Connecticut. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and September offering mostly perfect weather in Stamford. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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