October weather forecast
Princeton, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Princeton, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). In the month of October, Princeton records a consistent average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Princeton, Maine, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.3 rainfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Princeton, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:10 pm. On the last day of October, in Princeton, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Princeton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Princeton in October?

Princeton in October has an average high-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Princeton?

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in Princeton in October?

In Princeton, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Princeton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Princeton. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In Princeton, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Princeton?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Princeton?

In Princeton, Maine, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Princeton?

In Princeton, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Princeton, ME

Average temperature in October - Princeton, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Princeton, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Princeton, ME

Average wind speed in October - Princeton, 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 (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Princeton, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Princeton, ME

Average rainfall in October - Princeton, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Princeton, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Princeton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Princeton, ME

Average snowfall in October - Princeton, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Princeton, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Princeton, 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: 6h and 0min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Princeton, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Princeton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Princeton, ME

Average UV index in October - Princeton, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Princeton, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Princeton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in October
Princeton, ME

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

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

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