October weather forecast
Dixmont, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dixmont, Maine, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.6°F (13.1°C) and min 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in October, from September's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). October sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and October, with an average 3.31" (84mm) 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 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Dixmont, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.32" (1075mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dixmont, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Dixmont, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Dixmont, is 55.6°F (13.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Dixmont, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are April and October, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dixmont, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) 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 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dixmont have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°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 (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Dixmont, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Dixmont, ME

Average wind speed in October - Dixmont, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Dixmont, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Dixmont, ME

Average rainfall in October - Dixmont, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Dixmont, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dixmont, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dixmont, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dixmont, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dixmont, ME

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Dixmont, ME

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Dixmont, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Dixmont, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Dixmont, ME

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

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

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