October weather forecast
Saint Francis, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another chilly autumn month in Saint Francis, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) in September to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). An average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is recorded in the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) 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 3 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Saint Francis, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.5 days and aggregates up to 71.89" (1826mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint Francis in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Saint Francis, Maine, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Saint Francis, in October, during 15 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Francis have in October?

In October, the average day length in Saint Francis is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Francis have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average temperature in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average pressure in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Saint Francis, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average humidity in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average rainfall in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average snowfall in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saint Francis, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

Average UV index in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average UV index in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in October
Saint Francis, ME

Average visibility in October - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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