October weather forecastAuburn, ME
October
Weather in October
October is a beautiful but shifting time weather-wise for Auburn, Maine. The decrease in daylight hours and lowering temperatures are signs of the impending winter. Rainfall noticeably rebounds from the low of September and peaks at 1.69" (43mm). However, these rains do little to dampen the remarkable change in foliage that October brings, casting Auburn in a vibrant array of fall colors. Residents and visitors alike will be reaching for their sweaters as that quintessential crisp fall weather sets in.Temperature
The start of October in Auburn signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) in September to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). During October, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Auburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 18.31" (465mm) of snow.Daylight
In Auburn, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Auburn, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Auburn, ME
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Auburn, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Auburn, ME
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Auburn, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
Auburn, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Auburn, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Auburn, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Auburn, ME
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Auburn, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Auburn, ME
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Auburn, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in October
Auburn, ME
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
