October weather forecast
Richards, MO

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Richards, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Richards anticipates an average minimum temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Richards, in October, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Richards, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richards in October?

Richards in October has an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Richards, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richards have in October?

In Richards, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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
Richards, MO

Average temperature in October - Richards, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Richards, MO

Average pressure in October - Richards, MO
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Richards, MO

Average wind speed in October - Richards, MO
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Richards, MO

Average humidity in October - Richards, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Richards, MO

Average rainfall in October - Richards, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Richards, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Richards, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Richards, MO

Average snowfall in October - Richards, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Richards, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Richards, MO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richards, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richards, MO
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Richards, MO

Average sunshine days in October - Richards, MO
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Richards, MO

Average UV index in October - Richards, MO
  • 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
Richards, MO

Average cloud cover in October - Richards, MO
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

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

Average visibility in October
Richards, MO

Average visibility in October - Richards, MO
  • 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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