October weather forecast
Richmond Hill, NY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Richmond Hill, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.4°F (11.9°C) and max 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). Throughout the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

In Richmond Hill, New York, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Hill, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Richmond Hill, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Richmond Hill, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Richmond Hill, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Richmond Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Richmond Hill, in October, the average high-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Richmond Hill, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Richmond Hill, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Richmond Hill, New York, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Richmond Hill, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond Hill have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Richmond Hill, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Richmond Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average temperature in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average pressure in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average wind speed in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average humidity in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average rainfall in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average snowfall in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Richmond Hill, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average UV index in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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 Hill, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Richmond Hill, NY

Average visibility in October - Richmond Hill, NY
  • 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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