October weather forecast
Newport, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Newport, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.3°F (4.6°C) and max 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in Newport's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). During October, Newport experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and October, with an average 3.31" (84mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Newport, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.32" (1075mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Newport, Maine, is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Newport is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are April and October, with an average 3.31" (84mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Newport, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Newport, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Newport, ME

Average temperature in October - Newport, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.6°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Newport, ME

Average pressure in October - Newport, 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
Newport, ME

Average wind speed in October - Newport, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Newport, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Newport, ME

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Newport, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Newport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Newport, ME

Average snowfall in October - Newport, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Newport, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Newport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Newport, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Newport, ME

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Newport, ME

Average UV index in October - Newport, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Newport, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Newport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Newport, ME

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

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

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