October weather forecast
College Park, MD

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Weather in October

College Park welcomes the refreshing chill of fall in October, with temperatures dropping further from the warmth of September. The city enjoys bountiful sunshine amidst increasingly frequent fall showers. Rainfall levels rise again to 2.56" (65mm) over roughly 12 days, adding to the typical fall scenery. Winds intensify, contributing to the authentic autumn experience. The rapidly changing foliage adds a picturesque quality to the city’s landscape, making October an enchanting month.

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C). In October, College Park reports a consistent average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In College Park, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In College Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In College Park, 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 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, College Park experiences an average high-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In College Park, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In College Park, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In College Park, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does College Park have in October?

The average day length in October in College Park is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does College Park have in October?

In College Park, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In College Park, 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
College Park, MD

Average temperature in October - College Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.1°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in October
College Park, MD

Average pressure in October - College Park, 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
College Park, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
College Park, MD

Average humidity in October - College Park, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
College Park, MD

Average rainfall in October - College Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
College Park, MD

Average rainfall days in October - College Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
College Park, MD

Average snowfall in October - College Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
College Park, MD

Average snowfall days in October - College Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
College Park, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - College Park, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
College Park, MD

Average sunshine days in October - College Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
College Park, MD

Average UV index in October - College Park, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
College Park, MD

Average cloud cover in October - College Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
College Park, MD

Average visibility in October - College Park, 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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