October weather forecast
Taneytown, MD

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Weather in October

October is truly a representative of autumn in Taneytown, with significantly lower temperatures averaging at a high of 63.3°F (17.4°C). Rainfall decreases even more to 2.4" (61mm) in spite of a spike in cloud cover. This month also sees the first traces of snow, indicating the approaching winter. Daylight hours continue their descent, giving way to earlier nights. The wind picks up its pace, breezing at an average of 6.8mph (10.9km/h), the highest since spring.

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C). During October, the average low-temperature in Taneytown is a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In Taneytown, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Taneytown, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Taneytown, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Taneytown are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Taneytown, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.3 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Taneytown, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Taneytown, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Taneytown?

In October, in Taneytown, the average high-temperature is 63.3°F (17.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Taneytown?

In Taneytown, Maryland, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Taneytown?

In October, in Taneytown, Maryland, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Taneytown?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Taneytown have in October?

In Taneytown, Maryland, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Taneytown?

On the first day of October in Taneytown, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Taneytown have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Taneytown, Maryland, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Taneytown?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Taneytown is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Taneytown, MD

Average temperature in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Taneytown, MD

Average pressure in October - Taneytown, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Taneytown, MD

Average wind speed in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Taneytown, MD

Average humidity in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Taneytown, MD

Average rainfall in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in October
Taneytown, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Taneytown, MD

Average snowfall in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Taneytown, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Taneytown, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Taneytown, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Taneytown, MD

Average UV index in October - Taneytown, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Taneytown, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Taneytown, MD

Average visibility in October - Taneytown, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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