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
The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). October sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 46°F (7.8°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Richmond, Indiana, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richmond, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.On the first day of October in Richmond, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond, IN
- Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Richmond, IN
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Richmond, IN
- Average wind speed in October: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Richmond, IN
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Richmond, IN
- Average rainfall in October: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, IN
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Richmond, IN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, IN
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richmond, IN
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
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: 6h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, IN
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Richmond, IN
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, IN
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Richmond, IN
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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