October weather forecast
Brighton, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Brighton, Maine, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in October, from September's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). October witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.8 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Brighton are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Brighton in October?

In October, in Brighton, the average high-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Brighton, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Brighton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Brighton, the average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Brighton, ME

Average temperature in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Brighton, ME

Average pressure in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Brighton, ME

Average wind speed in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Brighton, ME

Average humidity in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Brighton, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Brighton, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Brighton, ME

Average UV index in October - Brighton, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Brighton, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Brighton, ME

Average visibility in October - Brighton, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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