October weather forecast
Dickerson, MD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Dickerson, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Dickerson observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Dickerson records an average nighttime low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) throughout October.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.4 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Dickerson, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Dickerson?

In Dickerson, in October, the average high-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Dickerson, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dickerson have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dickerson, MD

Average temperature in October - Dickerson, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Dickerson, MD

Average pressure in October - Dickerson, 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
Dickerson, MD

Average wind speed in October - Dickerson, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dickerson, MD

Average humidity in October - Dickerson, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Dickerson, MD

Average rainfall in October - Dickerson, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Dickerson, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Dickerson, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dickerson, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dickerson, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dickerson, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dickerson, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Dickerson, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Dickerson, MD

Average UV index in October - Dickerson, 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
Dickerson, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Dickerson, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Dickerson, MD

Average visibility in October - Dickerson, 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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