October weather forecastUniversity Park, MD
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in University Park, Maryland, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.8°F (11°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).Temperature
The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) in September to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). Throughout the month of October, University Park witnesses an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In University Park, snow does not fall in May through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, in University Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In University Park, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
University Park, MD
- Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 51.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in October
University Park, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
University Park, MD
- Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in October
University Park, MD
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).
Average rainfall in October
University Park, MD
- Average rainfall in October: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in October
University Park, MD
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in October
University Park, MD
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
University Park, MD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
University Park, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
University Park, MD
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in October
University Park, MD
- Average UV index in October: 4
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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
University Park, MD
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
University Park, MD
- 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).
