October weather forecast
Orono, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Orono, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.8°F (13.2°C) and min 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in Orono's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C). In October, the recorded average low-temperature is an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Orono, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orono, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.1 snowfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Orono, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Orono, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Orono?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Orono, Maine, during October, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Orono?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Orono, ME

Average temperature in October - Orono, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Orono, ME

Average pressure in October - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Orono, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Orono, ME

Average rainfall in October - Orono, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Orono, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Orono, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Orono, ME

Average snowfall in October - Orono, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Orono, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Orono, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Orono, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Orono, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Orono, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Orono, ME

Average UV index in October - Orono, 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
Orono, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Orono, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Orono, ME

Average visibility in October - Orono, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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