Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
The arrival of October indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in September to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). During October, Bar Harbor experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 45°F (7.2°C).Humidity
In Bar Harbor, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.Rainfall
In Bar Harbor, in October, during 14 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Bar Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Bar Harbor, in October, the average water temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).Note: It is life-risking to swim in 53.2°F (11.8°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Bar Harbor, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").
Average rainfall days in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average sea temperature in October: 53.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.6°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Bar Harbor, ME
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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