October weather forecastScarborough, ME
October
Weather in October
October gilds Scarborough, Maine, in a tapestry of vivid fall colours, while the temperatures drop to a high of 56.5°F (13.6°C) from September's warmth. The crispness in the air begins to hint at the forthcoming winter. Still, the beauty of autumn captivates, its shorter days contrasted by nature's flamboyant colour scheme. Despite being one of the wetter months, the rain does bring a certain serenity to the scenery. October restores a balance of sorts, standing between summer's vibrancy and winter's tranquillity.Temperature
The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Scarborough's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C) to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). Scarborough, in October, observes a steady average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 78%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall in Scarborough. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Scarborough. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Scarborough, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.Daylight
In Scarborough, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.On the first day of October in Scarborough, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).
Average pressure in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Scarborough, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Scarborough, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Scarborough, 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
Scarborough, 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).
