October weather forecast
Saco, ME

Share

Weather in October

October witnesses the full swing of fall in Saco, Maine. The highest rainfall of the year marked at 2.95" (75mm), adding an element of freshness to the already beautiful landscape. The drop in temperature signifies the increasing influence of the approaching winter. The city sparkles in the hues of autumn, and the beautiful transformations make sightseeing a delight. Despite the dip in temperature and the increased rain, the month of October has its own beauty, enjoyed by all.

Temperature

October in Saco involves a decrease in temperature, down from an agreeable 68°F (20°C) in September to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). During the month of October, Saco experiences a steady low-temperature average of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 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 Saco, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Saco, there are 33.7 snowfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Saco, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Saco, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Saco is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by 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 Saco in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Saco, is 56.8°F (13.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Saco?

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Saco?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Saco in October?

In Saco, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Saco?

October is the first month it typically snows in Saco, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Saco, Maine, is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Saco?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Saco?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Saco?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Saco, Maine, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Saco, ME

Average temperature in October - Saco, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Saco, ME

Average pressure in October - Saco, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Saco, ME

Average wind speed in October - Saco, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Saco, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Saco, ME

Average rainfall in October - Saco, 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 (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Saco, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Saco, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Saco, ME

Average snowfall in October - Saco, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Saco, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Saco, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Saco, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Saco, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Saco, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Saco, ME

Average UV index in October - Saco, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Saco, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Saco, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Saco, ME

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

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

Saco, Maine, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location