October weather forecast
Cumberland, MD

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The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape
The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape

Weather in October

October brings the full flush of fall to Cumberland, Maryland with a pronounced shift in weather conditions. The high in October drops to 62.1°F (16.7°C), a significant reduction from September's high of 74.1°F (23.4°C). The rapidly shortening daylight hours and the persistent rains give the city a distinctly humid ambiance. The cityscape blossoms into an array of bright fall colors while witnessing an increase in cool winds. The occasional touch of frost announces the forthcoming winter.

Temperature

The arrival of October indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) is noted during the month of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Cumberland, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October in Cumberland, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Cumberland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 3, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cumberland in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Cumberland, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

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 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Cumberland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMJJASOctoberND
Sep
October
Nov
Average high temperature
74.1°F 23.4°C
62.1°F 16.7°C
49.1°F 9.5°C
Average low temperature
53.2°F 11.8°C
43.9°F 6.6°C
33.1°F 0.6°C
Average pressure
30.06" 764mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
4.7mph 7.6km/h
5.7mph 9.2km/h
6.3mph 10.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
4.9mph 7.9km/h
6.4mph 10.3km/h
7mph 11.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
7.3mph 11.7km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
10.2mph 16.4km/h
Average humidity
79%
80%
76%
Average rainfall
1.85" 47mm
2.01" 51mm
1.46" 37mm
Average rainfall days
13.6
12.5
9.9
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.24" 6mm
1.46" 37mm
Average snowfall days
0
0.1
2.3
Average daylight
12h 2min
11h 1min
10h 0min
Average sunshine
8h 5min
5h 4min
5h 4min
Average sunshine days
13.5
15.5
16.8
Average UV index
4
3
2
Average cloud cover
38%
41%
39%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in October
Cumberland, MD

Average temperature in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Cumberland, MD

Average pressure in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cumberland, MD

Average wind speed in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Cumberland, MD

Average humidity in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cumberland, MD

Average snowfall in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cumberland, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Cumberland, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cumberland, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cumberland, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Cumberland, MD

Average UV index in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Cumberland, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Cumberland, MD

Average visibility in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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