October weather forecast
Prospect, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Prospect, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

October's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from September's agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). Prospect, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Prospect is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prospect, 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. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Prospect, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Prospect is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Prospect, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Prospect, records 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Prospect, during October, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. 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 October, the average day length in Prospect is 10h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Prospect?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average pressure in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average wind speed in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average humidity in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average UV index in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average visibility in October - Prospect, 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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