October weather forecast
Smithfield, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Smithfield, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Smithfield's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). Smithfield encounters an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Smithfield. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Smithfield, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 40.87" (1038mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Smithfield, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

Smithfield in October has an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

What is the rainiest month in Smithfield?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Smithfield. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Smithfield, during October, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Smithfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Smithfield is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Smithfield is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Smithfield, ME

Average temperature in October - Smithfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Smithfield, ME

Average pressure in October - Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, ME

Average wind speed in October - Smithfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Smithfield, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Smithfield, ME

Average rainfall in October - Smithfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Smithfield, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Smithfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Smithfield, ME

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Smithfield, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Smithfield, 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: 5h and 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Smithfield, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Smithfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Smithfield, ME

Average UV index in October - Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Smithfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Smithfield, ME

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

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

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