October weather forecast
Burnham, ME

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Burnham, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). During October, Burnham experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April, October and December, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 37.56" (954mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Burnham, 55.6°F (13.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.3°F (4.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are April, October and December, with an average 3.23" (82mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in October?

In Burnham, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Burnham have in October?

In Burnham, the average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Burnham, ME

Average temperature in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Burnham, ME

Average pressure in October - Burnham, 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
Burnham, ME

Average wind speed in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Burnham, ME

Average humidity in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Burnham, ME

Average rainfall in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.23"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, October and December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Burnham, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Burnham, ME

Average snowfall in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Burnham, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Burnham, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Burnham, ME

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

Average cloud cover in October
Burnham, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Burnham, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Burnham, ME

Average visibility in October - Burnham, 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).

Burnham, Maine, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location