October weather forecast
Lincoln, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lincoln, Maine, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 55°F (12.8°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October signals a shift in temperature, down from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). Lincoln, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lincoln, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.6 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lincoln, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Lincoln 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lincoln in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Lincoln, is 55°F (12.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Lincoln, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lincoln, ME

Average temperature in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Lincoln, ME

Average pressure in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lincoln, ME

Average wind speed in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Lincoln, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Lincoln, ME

Average rainfall in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Lincoln, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lincoln, ME

Average snowfall in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lincoln, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lincoln, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Lincoln, ME

Average UV index in October - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Lincoln, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Lincoln, ME

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

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

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