October weather forecast
Brighton, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Brighton, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, Maine, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Brighton. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Brighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.8 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Brighton, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of October, in Brighton, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Brighton is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Brighton?

In October, in Brighton, the average high-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Brighton?

The average relative humidity in October in Brighton, Maine, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Brighton in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Brighton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Brighton, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Brighton have in October?

In Brighton, Maine, the average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Brighton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Brighton have in October?

In Brighton, Maine, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Brighton?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Brighton.

What is the UV index reading in October in Brighton?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Brighton, Maine, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Brighton, ME

Average temperature in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Brighton, ME

Average pressure in October - Brighton, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Brighton, ME

Average wind speed in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Brighton, ME

Average humidity in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in October
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Brighton, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Brighton, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Brighton, ME

Average UV index in October - Brighton, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Brighton, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Brighton, ME

Average visibility in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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