October weather forecast
Orono, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Orono, Maine, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in October, with a decline from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in Orono, Maine, consistently average an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orono, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Orono, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.1 days and aggregates up to 36.34" (923mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Orono, Maine, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Orono, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Orono?

The high-temperature in Orono during October is 55.8°F (13.2°C) and the low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Orono?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in Orono in October?

In Orono, Maine, during October, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Orono?

October is the first month it typically snows in Orono, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Orono?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Orono?

The average sunshine duration in October in Orono is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Orono?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Orono, Maine, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Orono, ME

Average temperature in October - Orono, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Orono, ME

Average pressure in October - Orono, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Orono, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Orono, ME

Average humidity in October - Orono, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Orono, ME

Average rainfall in October - Orono, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in October
Orono, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Orono, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Orono, ME

Average snowfall in October - Orono, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Orono, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Orono, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 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
Orono, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Orono, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Orono, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Orono, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Orono, ME

Average UV index in October - Orono, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Orono, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in October
Orono, ME

Average visibility in October - Orono, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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