October weather forecast
Jefferson, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Jefferson, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in September to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). During October nights, Jefferson records an average temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.1 rainfall days, and 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 18.27" (464mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jefferson, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Jefferson, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures in Jefferson, Maine, vary between a high-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Jefferson, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in Jefferson in October?

In Jefferson, in October, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, the average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Jefferson, ME

Average temperature in October - Jefferson, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Jefferson, ME

Average pressure in October - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, ME

Average wind speed in October - Jefferson, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Jefferson, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Jefferson, ME

Average rainfall in October - Jefferson, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Jefferson, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Jefferson, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Jefferson, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Jefferson, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Jefferson, 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: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Jefferson, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Jefferson, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Jefferson, ME

Average UV index in October - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Jefferson, ME

Average visibility in October - Jefferson, 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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