October weather forecast
Medford, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Medford, Maine, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.5°F (12.5°C) and min 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in September to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). The average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) is witnessed during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Medford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Medford, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.9 days and aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Medford, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
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 7:14 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Medford, during October, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in October?

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

When 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, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Medford have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

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.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Medford, ME

Average temperature in October - Medford, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°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 (11.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Medford, ME

Average pressure in October - Medford, 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
Medford, ME

Average wind speed in October - Medford, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Medford, ME

Average humidity in October - Medford, 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
Medford, ME

Average rainfall in October - Medford, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Medford, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Medford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Medford, ME

Average snowfall in October - Medford, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Medford, ME

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Medford, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Medford, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Medford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Medford, ME

Average UV index in October - Medford, 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
Medford, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Medford, ME

Average visibility in October - Medford, 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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