October weather forecast
York Harbor, ME

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in York Harbor, Maine, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). An average temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

In York Harbor, Maine, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, in York Harbor, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in York Harbor, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in York Harbor, Maine, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In York Harbor, the average seawater temperature in October is 55.9°F (13.3°C).
Note: While a brief time in 55.9°F (13.3°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in York Harbor is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In York Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in York Harbor?

An average high-temperature, in October, in York Harbor, is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in York Harbor?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in York Harbor in October?

In October, in York Harbor, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in York Harbor?

October is the first month it typically snows in York Harbor. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in October in York Harbor?

In York Harbor, in October, the average water temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C). Swimming in 55.9°F (13.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does York Harbor have in October?

The average day length in October in York Harbor is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in York Harbor?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in York Harbor, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does York Harbor have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in York Harbor, Maine, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in York Harbor?

In York Harbor, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
York Harbor, ME

Average temperature in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°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 (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
York Harbor, ME

Average pressure in October - York Harbor, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
York Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
York Harbor, ME

Average humidity in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
York Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
York Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
York Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
York Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
York Harbor, ME

Average sea temperature in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average sea temperature in October: 55.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
York Harbor, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
York Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in October
York Harbor, ME

Average UV index in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and 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
York Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in October - York Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
York Harbor, ME

Average visibility in October - York Harbor, 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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