October weather forecast
Bowie, MD

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Weather in October

Bowie, Maryland, in October presents a quintessential fall spectacle. The city undergoes further cooling, and the wind pace picks back up to around 7.3mph (11.7km/h), making the weather favorable. With the receding daylight, flora starts to change hues, adorning the city with autumn colors. The relative humidity maintains a balanced state, neither too dry nor too wet, enhancing the pleasant weather. Bowie becomes increasingly charming, with October weather fostering a perfect ambiance to explore the city.

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). Bowie experiences a consistent average temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bowie, in October, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bowie, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bowie, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66°F (18.9°C) and 52°F (11.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Bowie, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Bowie, Maryland, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Bowie?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bowie, MD

Average temperature in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in October
Bowie, MD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bowie, MD

Average wind speed in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Bowie, MD

Average humidity in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Bowie, MD

Average rainfall in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Bowie, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bowie, MD

Average snowfall in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bowie, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bowie, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bowie, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bowie, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Bowie, MD

Average UV index in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Bowie, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Bowie, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Bowie, MD

Average visibility in October - Bowie, MD
  • 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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