October weather forecast
Bel Air, MD

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Weather in October

October deepens autumn's grip on the town with continued cooler weather. The fall foliage is at its peak and the weather invites people to participate in pumpkin picking, hay rides and other fall festivities. The daylight starts to shorten, signalling to wildlife that it is time to prepare for the upcoming winter. Chilly mornings and cold nights become more frequent as the month progresses. Subsequently, clearer skies prevail, diminished cloud coverage results in colder nights.

Temperature

With the onset of October, Bel Air experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Bel Air registers a consistent average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bel Air, in October, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bel Air, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Bel Air is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Bel Air, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Bel Air?

Bel Air in October has an average high-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Bel Air is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout October, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Bel Air, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Bel Air, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Bel Air, the average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bel Air have in October?

In Bel Air, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average temperature in October
Bel Air, MD

Average temperature in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Bel Air, MD

Average pressure in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bel Air, MD

Average wind speed in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Bel Air, MD

Average humidity in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in October
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bel Air, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Bel Air, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Bel Air, MD

Average UV index in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Bel Air, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Bel Air, MD

Average visibility in October - Bel Air, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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