October weather forecastOgunquit, ME

October

Weather in October

October's prime weather characteristic in Ogunquit is rapid cooling. With the fall foliage turning vibrant colors, the landscapes become incredibly picturesque. The average temperature reduces significantly, with a high only reaching 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low of 45.7°F (7.6°C). This colder ambiance makes it a delightful time to relish the crisp sea air while strolling along the coastline.

Temperature

Transition into October marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) in September to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). During October, Ogunquit records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ogunquit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.9 days and collects up to 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ogunquit, snow does not fall in June through October.

Ocean temperature

In October, the average ocean temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 55.9°F (13.3°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:35 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in October, in Ogunquit, is 57.7°F (14.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C).

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

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Ogunquit, snow does not fall in June through October.

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

In Ogunquit, the average seawater temperature in October is 55.9°F (13.3°C). Swimming in 55.9°F (13.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

In Ogunquit, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average high temperature in October: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average sea temperature in October: 55.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Ogunquit, ME

  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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