October weather forecast
Richwood, KY

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Richwood, Kentucky, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Richwood's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). During October, Richwood records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Richwood are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Richwood, in October, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Richwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Richwood, Kentucky. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Richwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 7.76" (197mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In Richwood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Richwood?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Richwood?

August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October in Richwood?

In October, the average relative humidity in Richwood is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October in Richwood?

In October, in Richwood, Kentucky, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout October, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Richwood?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richwood have in October?

The average day length in October in Richwood, Kentucky, is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Richwood?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richwood, Kentucky, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richwood have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Richwood, Kentucky, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Richwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Richwood is 3. A UV Index value 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
Richwood, KY

Average temperature in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Richwood, KY

Average pressure in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Richwood, KY

Average wind speed in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Richwood, KY

Average humidity in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Richwood, KY

Average rainfall in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in October
Richwood, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Richwood, KY

Average snowfall in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Richwood, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richwood, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richwood, KY
  • 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Richwood, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

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Average UV index in October
Richwood, KY

Average UV index in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Richwood, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Richwood, KY

Average visibility in October - Richwood, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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