Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 81.3°F (27.4°C) in September to an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C). Richmond experiences a consistent average temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) throughout the nights in October.Humidity
In Richmond, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.Rainfall
In Richmond, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, in Richmond, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Richmond is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 4 during October translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Richmond in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Richmond?
How many days does it rain in October in Richmond?
When it does not snow in Richmond?
Does it snow in Richmond in October?
How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Richmond?
How long on average sun shines in October in Richmond?
What is the UV index reading in October in Richmond?
Average temperature in October
Richmond, VA
- Average high temperature in October: 69.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 52°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Richmond, VA
- 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
Richmond, VA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Richmond, VA
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Richmond, VA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, VA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Richmond, VA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, VA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richmond, VA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, VA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Richmond, VA
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, VA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Richmond, VA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and December (5mi).
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