October weather forecastRichmond, KY
October
Weather in October
Richmond in October is a spectacle of vivid fall colors. A further dip in temperature marks a clear departure from the summer warmth. The city receives rainfall of about 1.3" (33mm). The pleasant fall weather and the vibrant foliage create a picturesque landscape. It provides the ideal backdrop for Halloween festivities and other autumn celebrations.Temperature
The beginning of October marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Richmond records a consistent low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) during October nights.Humidity
August through November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Richmond, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Richmond, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.UV index
In Richmond, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond, KY
- Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Richmond, KY
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Richmond, KY
- Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in October
Richmond, KY
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Richmond, KY
- Average rainfall in October: 1.3"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, KY
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Richmond, KY
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, KY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Richmond, KY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, KY
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Richmond, KY
- Average UV index in October: 3
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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, KY
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Richmond, KY
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).
