October weather forecast
Prairie, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Prairie, Maine, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.5°F (12.5°C) and min 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in September to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). An average temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Prairie, Maine, during October, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.9 days and aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prairie, Maine, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of October, in Prairie, Maine, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Prairie is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prairie are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Prairie?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Prairie, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Prairie?

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

How much does it rain in Prairie in October?

In Prairie, in October, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Prairie?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie have in October?

The average day length in October in Prairie, Maine, is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Prairie?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie have in October?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Prairie?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Prairie?

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

Average temperature in October - Prairie, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°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 (11.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Prairie, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Prairie, ME

Average wind speed in October - Prairie, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Prairie, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Prairie, ME

Average rainfall in October - Prairie, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Prairie, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Prairie, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Prairie, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Prairie, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Prairie, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prairie, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Prairie, ME

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Prairie, ME

Average UV index in October - Prairie, 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
Prairie, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Prairie, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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