October weather forecast
Readfield, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Readfield, Maine, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.9°F (5.5°C) and max 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

The start of October involves a temperature drop, moving from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). In October, Readfield's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Readfield, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Readfield is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:20 pm. On the last day of October, in Readfield, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Readfield in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Readfield, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Readfield?

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

What is the wettest month in Readfield?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Readfield, Maine. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Readfield?

In October, in Readfield, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout October, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Readfield?

October is the first month it typically snows in Readfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Readfield have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Readfield?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Readfield?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Readfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Readfield?

In Readfield, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Readfield, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Readfield, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Readfield, ME

Average wind speed in October - Readfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Readfield, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Readfield, ME

Average rainfall in October - Readfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in October
Readfield, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Readfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Readfield, ME

Average snowfall in October - Readfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Readfield, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Readfield, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Readfield, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Readfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Readfield, ME

Average UV index in October - Readfield, 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
Readfield, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Readfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Readfield, ME

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

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

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