October weather forecast
Richardson, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Richardson, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.4°F (19.1°C) and min 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of October is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Richardson throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Richardson, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Richardson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Richardson. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Richardson, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Richardson in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Richardson, records 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richardson have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Richardson is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Richardson, KY

Average temperature in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Richardson, KY

Average pressure in October - Richardson, KY
  • 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).

Average wind speed in October
Richardson, KY

Average wind speed in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Richardson, KY

Average humidity in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Richardson, KY

Average rainfall in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Richardson, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Richardson, KY

Average snowfall in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Richardson, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richardson, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richardson, KY
  • 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Richardson, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Richardson, KY

Average UV index in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Richardson, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Richardson, KY

Average visibility in October - Richardson, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).

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