October weather forecast
Riverdale Heights, MD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Riverdale Heights, Maryland, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.8°F (11°C) and an average high of 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

With October's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). An average temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) marks the nights in October.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riverdale Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Riverdale Heights, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In Riverdale Heights, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Riverdale Heights, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Riverdale Heights, in October, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Riverdale Heights?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Riverdale Heights, snow does not fall in May through November.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Riverdale Heights is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average temperature in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average pressure in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average wind speed in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average humidity in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average rainfall in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average snowfall in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average UV index in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Riverdale Heights, MD

Average visibility in October - Riverdale Heights, MD
  • 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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