October weather forecast
Eastport, ME

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Weather in October

October in Eastport, Maine, welcomes the full swing of autumn. The first snowfall of the season is recorded, albeit a meager 0.08" (2mm). The fall foliage is at its peak, creating a picturesque setting against the backdrop of overcast skies. The sea temperature begins to decline, and daylight hours diminish significantly. As November approaches, the winter chill slowly starts to set in, hinting at the upcoming cold season.

Temperature

October brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in September to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). Eastport observes a consistent average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) throughout October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Eastport is 78%.

Rainfall

In Eastport, Maine, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Eastport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 29.37" (746mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.2 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Eastport, the average seawater temperature in October is 52.7°F (11.5°C).
Note: Diving into 52.7°F (11.5°C) is practical below 50°F (10°C), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F (13°C) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Eastport, in October, the average high-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in October?

In Eastport, the average seawater temperature in October is 52.7°F (11.5°C). Swimming in 52.7°F (11.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Eastport have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Eastport, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Eastport, ME

Average temperature in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Eastport, ME

Average pressure in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Eastport, ME

Average wind speed in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in October
Eastport, ME

Average humidity in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Eastport, ME

Average rainfall in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Eastport, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Eastport, ME

Average snowfall in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Eastport, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Eastport, ME

Average sea temperature in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average sea temperature in October: 52.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (55.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Eastport, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Eastport, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Eastport, ME

Average UV index in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Eastport, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Eastport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Eastport, ME

Average visibility in October - Eastport, 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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