October weather forecast
Frederick, MD

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A stone bridge over the calm Carroll Creek in the Carroll Creek Linear Park in Frederick, Maryland
A stone bridge over the calm Carroll Creek in the Carroll Creek Linear Park in Frederick, Maryland

Weather in October

As Frederick steps into October, autumn unveils its colorful canvas, well complemented by mellow weather and steady rain. While temperatures continue to drop, the transition is gentler than the preceding month, ensuring comfortably cool days. The soothing autumn breeze and steadily falling leaves endow Frederick with an undeniable serenity. October also sees a significant pick-up in wind speed, adding to the overall autumn feel. The more extended nights and reduced daylight hours stride hand in hand with the changing season.

Temperature

In October, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in September to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). The average low-temperature, in October, is a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Frederick, in October, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Frederick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.7 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Frederick, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, 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.

Sunshine

In Frederick, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Frederick, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Frederick in October?

In Frederick, 64.6°F (18.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.3°F (8.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Frederick, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Frederick, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Frederick have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Frederick, 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 long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Frederick, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Frederick, MD

Average pressure in October - Frederick, 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
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Average wind speed in October - Frederick, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Frederick, MD

Average humidity in October - Frederick, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Frederick, MD

Average rainfall in October - Frederick, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Frederick, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Frederick, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Frederick, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Frederick, MD

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.3 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
Frederick, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Frederick, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Frederick, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Frederick, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Frederick, 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
Frederick, MD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Frederick, MD

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

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

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