October weather forecast
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Weather in October

October, like September, in Oxford, Maryland, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Oxford's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's warm 77.2°F (25.1°C) to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). Throughout October, Oxford records an average temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Oxford is 76%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in October, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oxford, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Oxford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Oxford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Oxford, 66.9°F (19.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 54.1°F (12.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Oxford is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Oxford, in October, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Oxford, 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 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:05 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Oxford, MD

Average temperature in October - Oxford, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Oxford, MD

Average pressure in October - Oxford, 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
Oxford, MD

Average wind speed in October - Oxford, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Oxford, MD

Average rainfall in October - Oxford, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Oxford, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oxford, 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 December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oxford, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Oxford, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Oxford, MD

Average UV index in October - Oxford, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Oxford, MD

Average visibility in October - Oxford, 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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