October weather forecastSkowhegan, ME
October
Weather in October
October in Skowhegan is a celebration of colors. The changing leaves make for a stunning palette, creating picturesque views. The scent of apple cider and woodsmoke fills the air, a tradition that invokes a sense of nostalgia. The cooler weather is indicative of the coming winter season. October's weather in Skowhegan is characterized by highs of 55.4°F (13°C) and a chilly low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).Temperature
The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). In Skowhegan, an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is recorded during October nights.Humidity
In Skowhegan, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In October, in Skowhegan, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Skowhegan, Maine. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Skowhegan, there are 61.8 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Skowhegan, 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
Skowhegan, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").
Average rainfall days in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Skowhegan, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average UV index in October: 2
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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in October
Skowhegan, ME
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).
