October weather forecast
Maine, USA

October solidifies fall's presence in Maine, showcasing the state in its most vivid and colorful attire. As the month progresses, nighttime temperatures often dip into the upper 30s°F to mid-40s°F, heralding the approach of frosty mornings. Daytimes, though brisk, can be pleasantly warm, hovering in the upper 50s°F to mid-60s°F range, particularly in the earlier weeks.

Coastal areas like Bar Harbor and Old Orchard Beach, owing to the tempering effect of the Atlantic, witness slightly milder conditions, both in terms of warmth and the onset of foliage changes. Inland territories, including regions around Augusta and Millinocket, experience a sharper temperature contrast, with colder mornings and rapidly cooling evenings.

October is quintessentially the month of fall foliage in Maine. The state's forests, already a dazzling spectacle in September, reach their peak brilliance now. A drive through the state, especially in areas like the White Mountains and Acadia National Park, offers breathtaking panoramas of trees adorned in fiery reds, radiant oranges, and shimmering golds. These hues make activities like hiking, photography, and even simple road trips deeply enchanting experiences.

The cooling trend in October prompts a shift in outdoor activities. Beach visits are now more about scenic views than sunbathing or swimming. The dropping temperatures and the scent of fallen leaves in the air encourage more campfires, hayrides, and harvest festivals.

Rain in October can vary. Some years witness dry conditions with only sporadic showers, while others can bring stretches of overcast skies and steady rain. These rainy periods, however, often enhance the richness of the fall colors, lending an even more dramatic contrast to the landscape.

Moving into November, the vibrant foliage of October starts giving way to the more muted tones of late fall. With temperatures continuing their downward trend, Maine inches closer to the winter, signaling the onset of the colder, snow-laden months ahead.

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• Portland - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Portland is October, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. October is the first month it typically snows in Portland, Maine.
• Lewiston - October »
  In Lewiston, Maine, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of October, in Lewiston sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EDT.
• Bangor - October »
  January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bangor, Maine. January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bangor, Maine.
• South Portland - October »
  On the last day of October, in South Portland sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EDT. In October, in South Portland, the rain falls for 11.5 days.
• Auburn - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Auburn is October, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Auburn is October, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.
• Biddeford - October »
  In Biddeford in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. October is the first month it typically snows in Biddeford, Maine.
• Sanford - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Sanford is October, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Sanford snow does not fall in June through October.
• Brunswick - October »
  In Brunswick, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. The onset of October in Brunswick brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C).
• Scarborough - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Scarborough is October, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Scarborough, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.
• Saco - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Saco is October, when the rain falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Saco, in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Augusta - October »
  October is the first month it typically snows in Augusta, Maine. October in Augusta, Maine is a symphony of fall, depicting just how rapid temperatures can drop from the pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a cooler 56.3°F (13.5°C).
• Westbrook - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Westbrook is October, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Westbrook is October, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.