October weather forecast
Richardson, TX

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Weather in October

As Richardson steps into October, residents anticipate cooler, luscious fall weather. Following the dynamics between dwindling daylight, fading sunshine, and mild winds, the atmosphere feels refreshingly different. The odds of seeing rain significantly rise, transforming the city's hues. Temperatures during this month oscillate between a comfortable 58.5°F (14.7°C) up to a mellow 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C) to a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C). The average low-temperature during October nights is a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richardson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.4 days and collects up to 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Richardson, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C) and a low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 65%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Richardson in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Richardson have in October?

The average day length in October in Richardson is 11h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richardson have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Richardson is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Richardson, TX

Average temperature in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average high temperature in October: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Richardson, TX

Average pressure in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Richardson, TX

Average wind speed in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Richardson, TX

Average humidity in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in October
Richardson, TX

Average rainfall in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Richardson, TX

Average rainfall days in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Richardson, TX

Average snowfall in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Richardson, TX

Average snowfall days in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Richardson, TX

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Richardson, TX

Average sunshine days in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Richardson, TX

Average UV index in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Richardson, TX

Average cloud cover in October - Richardson, TX
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Richardson, TX

Average visibility in October - Richardson, TX
  • 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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