October weather forecast
Richmond, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Richmond, Massachusetts, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57°F (13.9°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

Richmond's progression into October involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in September to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). Richmond's average low-temperature is measured at an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) during October.

Humidity

In Richmond, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, during October, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 7.32" (186mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Richmond, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Richmond is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Richmond. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Richmond?

In October, in Richmond, the average high-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Richmond?

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How much does it rain in Richmond in October?

In Richmond, Massachusetts, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Richmond?

October is the first month it typically snows in Richmond. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Richmond?

In October, the average day length in Richmond, Massachusetts, is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Richmond?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Richmond?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Richmond?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October in Richmond?

In Richmond, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond, MA

Average temperature in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Richmond, MA

Average pressure in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Richmond, MA

Average wind speed in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Richmond, MA

Average humidity in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Richmond, MA

Average rainfall in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, MA

Average rainfall days in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Richmond, MA

Average snowfall in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richmond, MA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Richmond, MA

Average UV index in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Richmond, MA

Average visibility in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).

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