October weather forecastRocky Ridge, MD
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Rocky Ridge, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.4°F (8°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).Temperature
The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) throughout October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 80%, October is the most humid month.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.1 rainfall days, and 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 14.13" (359mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Rocky Ridge, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Rocky Ridge, 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
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall in October: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").
Average rainfall days in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- 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
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average cloud cover in October: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Rocky Ridge, MD
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
