October weather forecastAugusta, ME
October
Weather in October
October in Augusta, Maine is a symphony of fall, depicting just how rapid temperatures can drop from the pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a cooler 56.3°F (13.5°C). With rainfall peaking this month, the fall foliage is in full bloom, painting the cityscape an aesthetic blend of gold and crimson hues. As the city readies itself for the oncoming winter, the wind speed rises gradually, carrying an element of chill in the air. This change creates an anticipation for the upcoming cold months but underscores October's unique beauty.Temperature
The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) at night.Humidity
In Augusta, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Augusta is 6.1h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Augusta. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Augusta, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°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 (13.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Augusta, ME
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Augusta, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Augusta, ME
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Augusta, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in October
Augusta, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Augusta, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Augusta, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Augusta, ME
- 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: 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
Augusta, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Augusta, ME
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Augusta, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in October
Augusta, ME
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
