October weather forecast
Richmond, MN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Richmond, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during October drops from September's agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During the October nights, an average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is observed.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Richmond is 73%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Richmond. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 61 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, in Richmond, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Richmond is 5.2h.

UV index

In Richmond, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Richmond?

In Richmond, in October, the average high-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Richmond?

In Richmond, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in Richmond in October?

In Richmond, Minnesota, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) 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 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Richmond, Minnesota, is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Richmond?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richmond, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Richmond?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Richmond, Minnesota, is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Richmond?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Richmond, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond, MN

Average temperature in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Richmond, MN

Average pressure in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Richmond, MN

Average wind speed in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Richmond, MN

Average humidity in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Richmond, MN

Average rainfall in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Richmond, MN

Average snowfall in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Richmond, MN

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Richmond, MN

Average visibility in October - Richmond, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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