October weather forecast
Richmond, KS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Richmond, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.8°F (18.8°C) and min 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

Onset of October witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C) in September to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Richmond's average low-temperature in October is measured at a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, during October, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Richmond. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Richmond is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Richmond is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Richmond?

The high-temperature, in October, in Richmond, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.9°F (9.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Richmond?

The least humid month in Richmond is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Richmond?

In Richmond, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Richmond?

In Richmond, Kansas, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Richmond?

October is the first month it typically snows in Richmond, Kansas. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in October?

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

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 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richmond, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Richmond, Kansas, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Richmond?

In Richmond, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond, KS

Average temperature in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Richmond, KS

Average pressure in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Richmond, KS

Average wind speed in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Richmond, KS

Average humidity in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Richmond, KS

Average rainfall in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Richmond, KS

Average snowfall in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richmond, KS
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Richmond, KS

Average UV index in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Richmond, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Richmond, KS

Average visibility in October - Richmond, KS
  • 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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