October weather forecast
Farmington, ME

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Weather in October

The city of Farmington is adorned with autumnal hues in October. A noticeable dip in the temperature makes the weather crisp, with a predominant cool breeze. It is the time when citizens trade their flip-flops for boots and their sun hats for cozy scarves. October also records the most rainfall, reflecting the city's transition into the colder months.

Temperature

The onset of October in Farmington results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in September to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). October nights in Farmington are marked by an average temperature drop to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Farmington, Maine, is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Farmington. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Farmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 46.54" (1182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:20 pm. On the last day of October, in Farmington, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Farmington is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Farmington in October?

In Farmington, in October, the average high-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Farmington?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Farmington?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Farmington. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Farmington?

In Farmington, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Farmington?

October is the first month it typically snows in Farmington. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

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

In Farmington, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Farmington?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Farmington?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Farmington, Maine, is 2. A UV Index value 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
Farmington, ME

Average temperature in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.2°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 (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Farmington, ME

Average pressure in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in October
Farmington, ME

Average wind speed in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Farmington, ME

Average humidity in October - Farmington, 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 (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Farmington, ME

Average rainfall in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in October
Farmington, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Farmington, ME

Average snowfall in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Farmington, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 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
Farmington, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Farmington, 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: 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
Farmington, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Farmington, ME

Average UV index in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Farmington, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Farmington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Farmington, ME

Average visibility in October - Farmington, 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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