October weather forecast
Richwood, WV

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Richwood, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 43°F (6.1°C) and max 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C) in September to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). An average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is recorded in the month of October in Richwood.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Richwood is 81%.

Rainfall

In Richwood, in October, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richwood, there are 197.5 rainfall days, and 41.61" (1057mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Richwood. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.4 snowfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Richwood is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Richwood, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Richwood is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richwood in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Richwood, is 60.4°F (15.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Richwood?

In Richwood, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in Richwood in October?

In Richwood, West Virginia, in October, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Richwood?

October is the first month it typically snows in Richwood. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Richwood?

On the first day of October in Richwood, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Richwood?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Richwood, West Virginia, is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Richwood?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Richwood, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Richwood, WV

Average temperature in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Richwood, WV

Average pressure in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Richwood, WV

Average wind speed in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Richwood, WV

Average humidity in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in October
Richwood, WV

Average rainfall in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in October
Richwood, WV

Average rainfall days in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Richwood, WV

Average snowfall in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Richwood, WV

Average snowfall days in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 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
Richwood, WV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Richwood, WV

Average sunshine days in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Richwood, WV

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Richwood, WV

Average cloud cover in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in October
Richwood, WV

Average visibility in October - Richwood, WV
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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