October weather forecastFrederick, MD
October
Weather in October
As Frederick steps into October, autumn unveils its colorful canvas, well complemented by mellow weather and steady rain. While temperatures continue to drop, the transition is gentler than the preceding month, ensuring comfortably cool days. The soothing autumn breeze and steadily falling leaves endow Frederick with an undeniable serenity. October also sees a significant pick-up in wind speed, adding to the overall autumn feel. The more extended nights and reduced daylight hours stride hand in hand with the changing season.Temperature
In October, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). The average low-temperature, in October, is a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C).Humidity
May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Frederick, in October, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Frederick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.7 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Frederick, snow does not fall in June through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Frederick, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.UV index
In Frederick, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Frederick, MD
- Average high temperature in October: 64.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Frederick, MD
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Frederick, MD
- Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Frederick, MD
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Frederick, MD
- Average rainfall in October: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in October
Frederick, MD
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Frederick, MD
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Frederick, MD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Frederick, MD
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Frederick, MD
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Frederick, MD
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Frederick, MD
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Frederick, MD
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).
