October weather forecast
Wheaton Forest, MD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Wheaton Forest, Maryland, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

Wheaton Forest's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C) in September to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the month of October, Wheaton Forest observes an average nighttime temperature 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 October, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wheaton Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wheaton Forest, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Wheaton Forest, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
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.

Sunshine

In Wheaton Forest, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wheaton Forest in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wheaton Forest during October are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 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?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Wheaton Forest, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Wheaton Forest?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Wheaton Forest, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Wheaton Forest?

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 Wheaton Forest have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average temperature in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average pressure in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average wind speed in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average humidity in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average rainfall in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average snowfall in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average UV index in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average visibility in October - Wheaton Forest, 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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