October weather forecast
Gorham, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Gorham, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Gorham, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

During October, Gorham experiences an average high-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and a low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout October, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gorham have in October?

In Gorham, the average day length in October is 11h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gorham, ME

Average temperature in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Gorham, ME

Average pressure in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Gorham, ME

Average wind speed in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Gorham, ME

Average humidity in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Gorham, ME

Average rainfall in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Gorham, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gorham, ME

Average snowfall in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gorham, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gorham, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Gorham, ME

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Gorham, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Gorham, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Gorham, ME

Average visibility in October - Gorham, 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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