October weather forecast
Frankfort, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Frankfort, Maine, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.9°F (13.3°C) and min 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Onset of October comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). The average low-temperature during October nights is a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Frankfort, in October, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Frankfort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Frankfort, Maine, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Frankfort, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Frankfort, records 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Frankfort, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Frankfort?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Frankfort, ME

Average temperature in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Frankfort, ME

Average pressure in October - Frankfort, 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
Frankfort, ME

Average wind speed in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Frankfort, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Frankfort, ME

Average rainfall in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in October
Frankfort, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Frankfort, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Frankfort, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Frankfort, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Frankfort, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Frankfort, ME

Average UV index in October - Frankfort, 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
Frankfort, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Frankfort, ME

Average visibility in October - Frankfort, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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