October weather forecast
Riverside, RI

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Weather in October

October witnesses a perceptible shift towards cooler weather in Riverside, Rhode Island. The October skies often display a wonderful play of oranges and reds during sunrise and sunset. Along with the color show, weather conditions favor outdoor activities, from hiking to apple picking. It's the ideal month for capturing the essence of New England's famed fall foliage.

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Riverside anticipates an average minimum temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Riverside, during October, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Riverside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Riverside, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Riverside, is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Riverside, in October, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverside have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Riverside, RI

Average pressure in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Riverside, RI

Average wind speed in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Riverside, RI

Average humidity in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Riverside, RI

Average rainfall in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Riverside, RI

Average rainfall days in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall days in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Riverside, RI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Riverside, RI

Average sunshine days in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Riverside, RI

Average UV index in October - Riverside, RI
  • 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
Riverside, RI

Average cloud cover in October - Riverside, RI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Riverside, RI

Average visibility in October - Riverside, RI
  • 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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