October weather forecast
Sycamore Heights, MD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sycamore Heights, Maryland, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Sycamore Heights's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Throughout October, a steady low-temperature average of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sycamore Heights, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sycamore Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sycamore Heights, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. 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. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sycamore Heights in October?

Sycamore Heights in October has an average high-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sycamore Heights, Maryland, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sycamore Heights. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average temperature in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average pressure in October - Sycamore 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
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average wind speed in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average humidity in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average snowfall in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sycamore 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average UV index in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Sycamore Heights, MD

Average visibility in October - Sycamore Heights, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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