Danbury Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Danbury

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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17.2°C
Avg Low
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5.9°C
Avg Temp
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11.6°C
Avg Rain
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109 mm
Avg Humidity
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78%
Avg Wind
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0.2 m/s
Avg Solar
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3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+1.9°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Danbury October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Danbury, with average highs near 17.2°C and lows around 5.9°C (mean 11.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 109 mm of rainfall and 78% relative humidity across the period.

Danbury October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Danbury. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Danbury was 2017 — when the month averaged 15.8°C — while the coldest was 1988 at 8.4°C. Typical October days reach 17.2°C with nights near 5.9°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.7°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp11.1°C→13.2°C+2.1°C
Max Temp17.1°C→18.9°C+1.8°C
Min Temp5.1°C→7.6°C+2.5°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.7°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.8°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

8.0°C–10.0°C6 yr (13%)
10.0°C–12.0°C21 yr (47%)
12.0°C–14.0°C15 yr (33%)
14.0°C–16.0°C3 yr (7%)

Danbury October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is about average for rainfall in Danbury, averaging 109 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2005 with 385 mm, while the driest was 2024 at 9 mm.

Danbury October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Danbury during October averages 78%. The most humid October was 2011 at 85%, and the least humid was 2024 at 67%.

Danbury October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Danbury. The sunniest October was 2024 at 3.7 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2012 at 2.3.

Danbury October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Danbury during October is 0.2 m/s. The windiest October was 2003 at 0.3 m/s, while the calmest were 2023, 2024 and 2025, among others at 0.2 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Danbury

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Cold
Morning
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Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How October Ranks in Danbury

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌧️4th wettest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Danbury Weather by Month

Danbury October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp10.5°C10.9°C11.3°C12.4°C13.1°C+2.6°C
Avg High16.5°C16.8°C16.7°C17.8°C18.7°C+2.2°C
Avg Low4.5°C5.1°C5.8°C7.1°C7.5°C+3°C
Avg Rain93 mm105 mm129 mm110 mm102 mm+9 mm

Extreme October Records in Danbury

🔥Warmest October31.2°C2019
🧊Coldest October-6.0°C2020
🌧️Wettest October385 mm2005
🏜️Driest October9 mm2024
🌬️Windiest October0.3 m/s2003

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Danbury have risen by about 2.1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -6°C (2020) to a record high of 31.2°C (2019).

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Rainfall in October is about average for rainfall, averaging 109 mm, with a wettest year of 385 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.5°C per decade while lows rose 0.8°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Danbury?

A good time to visit Danbury

October is a good time to visit Danbury, with days averaging 17.2°C and nights around 5.9°C (mean 11.6°C, warmer than Danbury's yearly average) and higher rainfall. August and July are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Danbury's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Danbury Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Danbury, with average highs near 17.2°C and lows around 5.9°C (mean 11.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 109 mm of rainfall and 78% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 109 mm of rainfall in Danbury, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 385 mm (2005), and the driest just 9 mm (2024). Humidity sits around 78% and average wind speed is 0.2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How October has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 2.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.1°C to 18.9°C and overnight lows from 5.1°C to 7.6°C over the same span.
October Weather in Danbury, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202518.2°C12.5°C6.8°C30.3°C0.6°C120 mm73%0.2 m/s3.3
202420.8°C13.8°C6.9°C28.9°C1.3°C9 mm67%0.2 m/s3.7
202318.5°C13.4°C8.3°C27.8°C2.3°C98 mm84%0.2 m/s2.9
202217.5°C12.0°C6.5°C23.8°C0.5°C110 mm77%0.2 m/s3
202119.6°C14.5°C9.5°C25.6°C2.6°C160 mm84%0.2 m/s2.8
202017.5°C12.3°C7.1°C24.9°C-6.0°C114 mm79%0.2 m/s2.7
201918.5°C13.3°C8.1°C31.2°C1.4°C165 mm77%0.2 m/s2.6
201816.2°C11.3°C6.5°C27.0°C-2.0°C107 mm84%0.2 m/s2.6
2017 🔥21.9°C15.8°C9.7°C28.2°C1.8°C144 mm73%0.2 m/s3.2
201618.6°C12.7°C6.9°C28.2°C-0.8°C74 mm74%0.2 m/s3
201516.6°C10.9°C5.2°C23.7°C-4.0°C81 mm75%0.2 m/s3.2
201417.9°C12.8°C7.6°C25.5°C0.1°C108 mm77%0.2 m/s2.7
201318.8°C12.8°C6.9°C27.7°C-0.9°C40 mm75%0.2 m/s3
201217.3°C12.5°C7.7°C26.0°C-2.7°C118 mm85%0.2 m/s2.3
201115.9°C11.1°C6.2°C25.3°C-2.4°C123 mm85%0.2 m/s3
201016.2°C11.1°C6.0°C22.3°C0.3°C137 mm81%0.2 m/s2.9
200915.5°C10.5°C5.5°C22.5°C-0.8°C133 mm80%0.2 m/s2.6
200816.0°C10.3°C4.6°C24.5°C-2.1°C97 mm77%0.2 m/s3.3
200720.9°C15.2°C9.4°C30.7°C-1.1°C145 mm80%0.2 m/s2.8
200616.3°C10.6°C4.9°C24.9°C-2.1°C152 mm79%0.2 m/s3.1
2005 🌧️16.7°C12.1°C7.5°C28.7°C-2.2°C385 mm83%0.2 m/s2.5
200415.5°C10.7°C5.8°C23.0°C1.4°C46 mm83%0.2 m/s3
200315.1°C9.8°C4.5°C25.4°C-1.7°C144 mm82%0.3 m/s2.9
200215.3°C10.1°C4.8°C29.0°C-3.4°C136 mm80%0.2 m/s2.8
200118.5°C12.1°C5.7°C26.4°C-2.5°C21 mm68%0.2 m/s3.5
200017.3°C11.3°C5.3°C26.0°C-1.2°C35 mm74%0.2 m/s3
199916.0°C10.0°C3.9°C22.2°C-2.1°C76 mm81%0.2 m/s3.3
199816.8°C11.3°C5.9°C22.3°C0.6°C95 mm76%0.2 m/s2.9
199716.9°C10.7°C4.5°C28.1°C-3.4°C49 mm71%0.2 m/s3.2
199615.8°C10.3°C4.8°C21.9°C-1.3°C167 mm80%0.2 m/s3.2
199518.7°C12.9°C7.0°C26.6°C0.5°C221 mm80%0.2 m/s3.1
199416.7°C10.5°C4.4°C22.1°C0.0°C36 mm76%0.2 m/s3.4
199315.0°C9.4°C3.9°C23.9°C-2.7°C111 mm79%0.2 m/s3.1
199215.7°C9.6°C3.6°C24.9°C-2.6°C51 mm72%0.2 m/s2.9
199117.3°C11.5°C5.8°C24.6°C-0.9°C84 mm80%0.2 m/s3
199018.6°C13.1°C7.7°C27.2°C-3.4°C158 mm76%0.2 m/s3.2
198916.9°C11.3°C5.7°C23.4°C-0.8°C188 mm82%0.2 m/s3
1988 ❄️14.2°C8.4°C2.5°C26.2°C-4.4°C67 mm73%0.2 m/s2.9
198714.4°C8.5°C2.5°C19.4°C-3.3°C126 mm81%0.2 m/s3.1
198616.9°C10.7°C4.6°C26.1°C-2.4°C67 mm75%0.2 m/s3.2
198517.0°C11.2°C5.4°C23.3°C-3.2°C53 mm77%0.2 m/s3
198419.5°C13.4°C7.4°C24.8°C-2.2°C65 mm75%0.2 m/s3.3
198316.6°C10.8°C4.9°C25.8°C-4.0°C119 mm77%0.2 m/s—
198217.8°C11.3°C4.7°C27.5°C-3.5°C37 mm70%0.2 m/s—
198114.8°C8.9°C3.0°C20.7°C-2.1°C118 mm76%0.2 m/s—

Actual recorded October data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Danbury October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Danbury in October?▼

The average high in October is around 17.2°C with lows near 5.9°C (mean 11.6°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Danbury in October?▼

October averages 109 mm of rainfall in Danbury, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 385 mm in 2005.

What was the hottest October on record in Danbury?▼

The hottest October reached 31.2°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to -6°C in 2020.

Has October in Danbury gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 2.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.1°C to 18.9°C and overnight lows from 5.1°C to 7.6°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Danbury?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Danbury and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 17.2°C daytime highs and 5.9°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Danbury?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Danbury, averaging 11.6°C.

What should I pack for Danbury in October?▼

For October in Danbury, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 17.2°C and lows of 5.9°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Danbury humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 78% — quite humid.

How windy is Danbury in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 0.2 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 0.3 m/s (2003).

Which October had the most rainfall in Danbury?▼

The wettest October on record was 2005 with 385 mm. On average, October sees 109 mm.

Where does this October weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Danbury behaves each October, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for October specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.