October weather forecastSouth Orrington, ME
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in South Orrington, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.8°F (13.2°C) and min 41.7°F (5.4°C).Temperature
The arrival of October corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C). Throughout October, South Orrington encounters an average temperature drop to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C).Humidity
In South Orrington, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.Rainfall
In South Orrington, during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In South Orrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In South Orrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in South Orrington is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October in South Orrington, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In South Orrington, Maine, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in South Orrington are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Average temperature in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 55.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).
Average pressure in October
South Orrington, 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).
Average wind speed in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").
Average rainfall days in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Orrington, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
Average UV index in October
South Orrington, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in October
South Orrington, ME
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
