October weather forecast
Peaks Island, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Peaks Island, Maine, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Peaks Island notes an average temperature descent to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in October, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Peaks Island is October, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Peaks Island. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Peaks Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 11.73" (298mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Peaks Island, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of October in Peaks Island, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Peaks Island?

In October, in Peaks Island, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Peaks Island?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Peaks Island?

The month with the most rainfall in Peaks Island is October, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Peaks Island?

In Peaks Island, Maine, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Peaks Island?

October is the first month it typically snows in Peaks Island, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Peaks Island?

The average day length in October in Peaks Island, Maine, is 11h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Peaks Island?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peaks Island have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Peaks Island, Maine, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Peaks Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average temperature in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average pressure in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average wind speed in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average humidity in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average rainfall in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average snowfall in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average UV index in October - Peaks Island, 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
Peaks Island, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Peaks Island, ME

Average visibility in October - Peaks Island, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

Peaks Island, Maine, USA

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