October weather forecastGardiner, ME
October
Weather in October
October in Gardiner, Maine, exhibits distinct autumnal attributes, including cooler temperatures reaching 56.3°F (13.5°C). The city's lush greenery starts to transform into a variety of hues as leaves begin their customary fall. Rainfall increases to its annual peak, with the city receiving an average rainfall of 3.27" (83mm). Shorter days and longer nights become more pronounced, signaling the impending winter. Despite the decrease in temperature and daylight hours, October charms locals and spectators with its impressive fall colors.Temperature
October's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from September's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C) in October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Gardiner, during October, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.7 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Gardiner, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 27.76" (705mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Gardiner, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Gardiner, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Gardiner, 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
Gardiner, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Gardiner, ME
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Gardiner, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in October
Gardiner, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Gardiner, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Gardiner, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gardiner, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gardiner, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Gardiner, 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
Gardiner, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Gardiner, 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).
