October weather forecast
Kensington, MD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Kensington, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.2°F (19°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

Setting in of October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C) in September to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). In the month of October, Kensington's average low-temperature falls to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kensington, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Kensington, 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, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kensington in October?

In October, in Kensington, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Kensington is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Kensington, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

In Kensington, 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?

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 many hours of sunshine does Kensington have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Kensington, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in October
Kensington, MD

Average pressure in October - Kensington, 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, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Kensington, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Kensington, MD

Average rainfall in October - Kensington, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Kensington, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Kensington, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kensington, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kensington, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kensington, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kensington, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Kensington, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Kensington, MD

Average UV index in October - Kensington, 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, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Kensington, 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 31).

Average visibility in October
Kensington, MD

Average visibility in October - Kensington, 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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