Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Richfield Heights's October weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). During the nights in October, the temperature averages to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 64%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Richfield Heights are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Richfield Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in October?
Average temperature in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average humidity in October: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).
Average rainfall in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average rainfall in October: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average snowfall in October: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average snowfall days in October: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average UV index in October: 2
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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in October
Richfield Heights, SD
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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