October weather forecast
Cape Elizabeth, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Cape Elizabeth's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in September to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Cape Elizabeth registers a subtle dip to an average of 47.5°F (8.6°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In Cape Elizabeth, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cape Elizabeth, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 11.73" (298mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cape Elizabeth in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Cape Elizabeth, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Cape Elizabeth, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Cape Elizabeth, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cape Elizabeth have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Cape Elizabeth?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average temperature in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average pressure in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average wind speed in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average humidity in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average UV index in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average visibility in October - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • 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).

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