October weather forecast
Cumberland, MD

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The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape
The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape

Weather in October

October brings the full flush of fall to Cumberland, Maryland with a pronounced shift in weather conditions. The high in October drops to 62.1°F (16.7°C), a significant reduction from September's high of 74.1°F (23.4°C). The rapidly shortening daylight hours and the persistent rains give the city a distinctly humid ambiance. The cityscape blossoms into an array of bright fall colors while witnessing an increase in cool winds. The occasional touch of frost announces the forthcoming winter.

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C). Throughout October nights, Cumberland registers an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

In Cumberland, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Cumberland. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Cumberland, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cumberland, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In Cumberland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cumberland, is 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.9°F (6.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Cumberland, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Cumberland, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cumberland have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cumberland, MD

Average temperature in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Cumberland, MD

Average pressure in October - Cumberland, 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
Cumberland, MD

Average wind speed in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Cumberland, MD

Average humidity in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Cumberland, 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 November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cumberland, MD

Average snowfall in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cumberland, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Cumberland, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cumberland, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cumberland, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Cumberland, MD

Average UV index in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Cumberland, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Cumberland, MD

Average visibility in October - Cumberland, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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