October weather forecast
Penobscot, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Penobscot, Maine, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature decreases from an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). In the month of October, an average of 42.4°F (5.8°C) marks the low-temperature in Penobscot.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Penobscot, Maine, in October, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Penobscot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Penobscot, Maine. October is the first month it typically snows in Penobscot. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Penobscot, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of October, in Penobscot, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Penobscot are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Penobscot?

In October, in Penobscot, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Penobscot?

The average relative humidity in October in Penobscot, Maine, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Penobscot in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Penobscot?

October is the first month it typically snows in Penobscot, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Penobscot?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Penobscot?

On the first day of October in Penobscot, Maine, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Penobscot have in October?

In Penobscot, Maine, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Penobscot?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Penobscot?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Penobscot is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Penobscot, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Penobscot, ME

Average pressure in October - Penobscot, 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
Penobscot, ME

Average wind speed in October - Penobscot, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Penobscot, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Penobscot, ME

Average rainfall in October - Penobscot, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in October
Penobscot, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Penobscot, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Penobscot, ME

Average snowfall in October - Penobscot, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Penobscot, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Penobscot, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Penobscot, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Penobscot, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Penobscot, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Penobscot, ME

Average UV index in October - Penobscot, 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
Penobscot, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Penobscot, ME

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

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

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