October weather forecast
Rangeley, ME

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Weather in October

The crisp air of October signifies Rangeley's official transition into the fall season. The temperature decreases further to an average high of 50.4°F (10.2°C), bringing about cooler afternoons and chillier evenings. Fall foliage paints the landscape in a cascade of vibrant colors, making October a striking spectacle. This is coupled with decreased daylight and sunshine hours, ushering in the slower pace of the fall season.

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen in Rangeley as September gives way to October, with average highs moving from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). Rangeley, in October, experiences an average temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Rangeley, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 50.51" (1283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rangeley, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rangeley in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Rangeley, records 50.4°F (10.2°C), while the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rangeley?

In Rangeley, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

What is the wettest month in Rangeley?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rangeley in October?

In Rangeley, in October, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Rangeley?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rangeley have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Rangeley?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rangeley have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Rangeley, Maine, is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Rangeley?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rangeley, ME

Average temperature in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Rangeley, ME

Average pressure in October - Rangeley, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Rangeley, ME

Average wind speed in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Rangeley, ME

Average humidity in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, July and August (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in October
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 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
Rangeley, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Rangeley, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Rangeley, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Rangeley, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in October
Rangeley, ME

Average visibility in October - Rangeley, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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