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 sea temperature 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 weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Richmond is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Richmond is October, when the rain falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.8 snowfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).Note: While a brief time in 54.1°F (12.3°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Richmond is 10h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Richmond is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Richmond, ME
- Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Richmond, ME
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Richmond, ME
- Average wind speed in October: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Richmond, ME
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Richmond, ME
- Average rainfall in October: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, ME
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Richmond, ME
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, ME
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Richmond, ME
- Average sea temperature in October: 54.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.7°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richmond, ME
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, ME
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Richmond, ME
- Average UV index in October: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, ME
- Average cloud cover in October: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in October
Richmond, ME
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July and August (5mi).
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