October weather forecastSouth Thomaston, ME
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in South Thomaston, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.5°F (8.6°C) and max 55°F (12.8°C).Temperature
The start of October involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in September to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). October registers an average low temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) in South Thomaston, subtly lower than the daytime maximum.Humidity
In South Thomaston, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.Rainfall
In South Thomaston, Maine, in October, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.8 rainfall days, and 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In South Thomaston, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
In South Thomaston, in October, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).Note: Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of October, in South Thomaston, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In South Thomaston, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 55°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in October
South Thomaston, 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 Thomaston, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average sea temperature in October: 54.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Thomaston, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
South Thomaston, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in October
South Thomaston, 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
South Thomaston, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
South Thomaston, 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).
