October weather forecast
Kensington Heights, MD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Kensington Heights, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C) in September to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). In Kensington Heights, the October nights cool down to an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Kensington Heights, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kensington Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, in Kensington Heights, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kensington Heights, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Kensington Heights is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kensington Heights in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Kensington Heights, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Kensington Heights in October?

In Kensington Heights, Maryland, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kensington Heights have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Kensington Heights, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Kensington Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Kensington Heights, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average pressure in October - Kensington Heights, 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
Kensington Heights, MD

Average wind speed in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average humidity in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average rainfall in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average snowfall in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Kensington Heights, MD

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

Average sunshine days in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average UV index in October - Kensington Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Kensington Heights, MD

Average visibility in October - Kensington Heights, 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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