October weather forecast
Caratunk, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Caratunk, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.6°F (3.1°C) and max 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

The onset of October marks a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C) in September to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). In October, Caratunk experiences an average nighttime temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Caratunk, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.5 days and aggregates up to 72.09" (1831mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Caratunk is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Caratunk, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Caratunk, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Caratunk?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Caratunk, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Caratunk, ME

Average temperature in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Caratunk, ME

Average pressure in October - Caratunk, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Caratunk, ME

Average wind speed in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Caratunk, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Caratunk, ME

Average rainfall in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Caratunk, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Caratunk, ME

Average snowfall in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Caratunk, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Caratunk, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Caratunk, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Caratunk, ME

Average UV index in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Caratunk, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Caratunk, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Caratunk, ME

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

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

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