October weather forecast
Hartford, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Hartford, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a pleasant 68°F (20°C) to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). The nights of October anticipate an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hartford. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Hartford, is 54°F (12.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Hartford, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout October, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

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 minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hartford, ME

Average temperature in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 54°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 (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in October
Hartford, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Hartford, ME

Average wind speed in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Hartford, ME

Average humidity in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Hartford, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Hartford, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hartford, ME

Average snowfall in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hartford, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hartford, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hartford, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Hartford, ME

Average UV index in October - Hartford, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Hartford, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Hartford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Hartford, ME

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

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

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