October weather forecast
South Sanford, ME

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in South Sanford, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average low of 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). During October, the average low-temperature in South Sanford is a chilly 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In South Sanford, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

An average high-temperature, in October, in South Sanford, is 57.2°F (14°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in South Sanford is October, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In South Sanford, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in South Sanford?

In South Sanford, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in October?

In South Sanford, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does South Sanford have in October?

In October, the average day length in South Sanford is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Sanford have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
South Sanford, ME

Average temperature in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
South Sanford, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
South Sanford, ME

Average wind speed in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
South Sanford, ME

Average humidity in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall days in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall days in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Sanford, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Sanford, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
South Sanford, ME

Average sunshine days in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in October
South Sanford, ME

Average UV index in October - South Sanford, 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
South Sanford, ME

Average cloud cover in October - South Sanford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
South Sanford, ME

Average visibility in October - South Sanford, 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).

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