October weather forecastRichmond, AL
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Richmond, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between max 78.4°F (25.8°C) and min 56.8°F (13.8°C).Temperature
The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C) in September to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Despite the stark contrast with daytime temperatures, Richmond's October nights average at a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Richmond, in October, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Richmond, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Richmond, Alabama, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Richmond, AL
- Average high temperature in October: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 56.8°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Richmond, AL
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Richmond, AL
- Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Richmond, AL
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Richmond, AL
- Average rainfall in October: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, AL
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Richmond, AL
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, AL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richmond, AL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, AL
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Richmond, AL
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, AL
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Richmond, AL
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
