October weather forecast
Dunkirk, MD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Dunkirk, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

Onset of October comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the month of October, Dunkirk witnesses an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Dunkirk, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dunkirk, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. 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: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dunkirk in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Dunkirk in October?

In Dunkirk, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Dunkirk in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dunkirk have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Dunkirk, MD

Average pressure in October - Dunkirk, 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
Dunkirk, MD

Average wind speed in October - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Dunkirk, MD

Average humidity in October - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Dunkirk, MD

Average rainfall in October - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Dunkirk, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dunkirk, MD

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

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

Average snowfall days in October
Dunkirk, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Dunkirk, MD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dunkirk, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Dunkirk, MD

Average UV index in October - Dunkirk, 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
Dunkirk, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Dunkirk, MD

Average visibility in October - Dunkirk, 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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