October weather forecast
Sunset, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Sunset, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C) in September to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). October nights reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Sunset, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.2 days and aggregates up to 9.65" (245mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sunset, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of October, in Sunset, Maine, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sunset, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sunset is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature in Sunset during October is 54.9°F (12.7°C) and the low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Sunset?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sunset, ME

Average temperature in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in October
Sunset, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Sunset, ME

Average wind speed in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Sunset, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Sunset, ME

Average rainfall in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Sunset, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sunset, ME

Average snowfall in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sunset, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sunset, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sunset, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Sunset, ME

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sunset, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Sunset, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Sunset, ME

Average visibility in October - Sunset, 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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