October weather forecast
Boothbay Harbor, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Boothbay Harbor observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). During October, the temperature in Boothbay Harbor tends to dip to an average of 45°F (7.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In Boothbay Harbor, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Boothbay Harbor, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Boothbay Harbor, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Boothbay Harbor, in October, the average water temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 54.9°F (12.7°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Boothbay Harbor, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Boothbay Harbor, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the ocean temperature in October?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average seawater temperature in October is 54.9°F (12.7°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Boothbay Harbor have in October?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Boothbay Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average temperature in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average pressure in October - Boothbay Harbor, 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
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average humidity in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average sea temperature in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average sea temperature in October: 54.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.9°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Boothbay Harbor, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average UV index in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Boothbay Harbor, ME

Average visibility in October - Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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