October weather forecast
Oakland, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Oakland, Maine, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Oakland observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). Oakland records an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in October, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakland, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.2 days and aggregates up to 37.83" (961mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Oakland, is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout October, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is 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 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oakland, Maine, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in October?

In Oakland, Maine, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Oakland, ME

Average temperature in October - Oakland, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°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 (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Oakland, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Oakland, ME

Average wind speed in October - Oakland, 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
Oakland, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Oakland, ME

Average rainfall in October - Oakland, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Oakland, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Oakland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oakland, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oakland, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oakland, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oakland, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Oakland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Oakland, ME

Average UV index in October - Oakland, 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
Oakland, ME

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

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 40).

Average visibility in October
Oakland, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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