October weather forecast
Richardton, ND

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Richardton, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.7°F (3.7°C) and max 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

October signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from September's agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). In Richardton, October nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Richardton is 61%.

Rainfall

In Richardton, in October, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Richardton, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Richardton. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Richardton is 6.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richardton in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Richardton?

In Richardton, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 61%.

How much does it rain in Richardton in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Richardton?

October is the first month it typically snows in Richardton, North Dakota. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 snowfall days, it receives 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richardton have in October?

In October, the average day length in Richardton, North Dakota, is 10h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Richardton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Richardton?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Richardton is 6.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richardton?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Richardton, North Dakota.

How high is the UV index in October in Richardton?

In Richardton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Richardton, ND

Average temperature in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average high temperature in October: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Richardton, ND

Average pressure in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Richardton, ND

Average wind speed in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Richardton, ND

Average humidity in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Richardton, ND

Average rainfall in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Richardton, ND

Average rainfall days in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Richardton, ND

Average snowfall in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Richardton, ND

Average snowfall days in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richardton, ND

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Richardton, ND

Average sunshine days in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Richardton, ND

Average UV index in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Richardton, ND

Average cloud cover in October - Richardton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Richardton, ND

Average visibility in October - Richardton, ND
  • 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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