October weather forecast
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

As October arrives, Dover-Foxcroft's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's agreeable 68°F (20°C) to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Dover-Foxcroft in October anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dover-Foxcroft, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dover-Foxcroft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Dover-Foxcroft. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dover-Foxcroft, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dover-Foxcroft, is 54°F (12.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Dover-Foxcroft?

In Dover-Foxcroft, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) 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 October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dover-Foxcroft, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average temperature in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°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 (10.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

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

Average wind speed in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average wind speed in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average humidity in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average rainfall in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average snowfall in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dover-Foxcroft, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average UV index in October - Dover-Foxcroft, 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
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Average visibility in October - Dover-Foxcroft, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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