October weather forecast
Richmond, MA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Richmond, Massachusetts, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 57°F (13.9°C) and min 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

In Richmond, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a mild 57°F (13.9°C). In Richmond, October nights cool down to an average of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

In Richmond, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 7.32" (186mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Richmond is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Richmond?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Richmond, is 57°F (13.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Richmond, Massachusetts, is 82%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Richmond, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Richmond?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond, MA

Average temperature in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Richmond, MA

Average pressure in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Richmond, MA

Average wind speed in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Richmond, MA

Average humidity in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Richmond, MA

Average rainfall in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Richmond, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Richmond, MA

Average snowfall in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Richmond, MA

Average snowfall days in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Richmond, MA

Average sunshine days in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Richmond, MA

Average UV index in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Richmond, MA

Average cloud cover in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Richmond, MA

Average visibility in October - Richmond, MA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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