October weather forecast
Fairfield, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Fairfield, Maine, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). During the month of October, Fairfield experiences a steady low-temperature average of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Fairfield is 81%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Fairfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Fairfield, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.2 days and aggregates up to 37.83" (961mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October in Fairfield, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Fairfield, Maine, is 5.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. 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. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fairfield in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Fairfield, is 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Maine, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October in Fairfield?

In October, in Fairfield, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout October, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Fairfield?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fairfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Fairfield?

The average day length in October in Fairfield, Maine, is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Fairfield?

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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairfield, Maine.

What is the UV index reading in October in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fairfield, ME

Average temperature in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fairfield, ME

Average pressure in October - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, ME

Average wind speed in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fairfield, ME

Average humidity in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fairfield, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Fairfield, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fairfield, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fairfield, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fairfield, ME

Average UV index in October - Fairfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Fairfield, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Fairfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in October
Fairfield, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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