October weather forecast
Helen, MD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Helen, Maryland, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

Helen's progression into October involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Helen throughout October, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Helen is 76%.

Rainfall

In Helen, in October, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Helen, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Helen, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October leads to these advisories:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Helen during October are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in Helen in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Helen have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Helen, MD

Average temperature in October - Helen, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in October
Helen, MD

Average pressure in October - Helen, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Helen, MD

Average wind speed in October - Helen, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Helen, MD

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Helen, MD

Average rainfall in October - Helen, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Helen, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Helen, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Helen, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Helen, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Helen, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Helen, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Helen, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Helen, MD

Average UV index in October - Helen, 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
Helen, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Helen, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

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
Helen, MD

Average visibility in October - Helen, 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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