October weather forecast
Kansas City, MO

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Panorama of Kansas City, Missouri in the US, with an old statue of a scout boy looking towards the city
Panorama of Kansas City, Missouri in the US, with an old statue of a scout boy looking towards the city

Weather in October

The arrival of October in Kansas City signifies the full dawn of fall. The temperature sees a noteworthy downturn, further enhanced with crisp and cool breezes. The bustling city slows its pace, and the vibrant colored leaves create a visual spectacle, a postcard-perfect scene. As the city is splashed with warm hues, people swap their shorts for cozy attire. With each passing day in October, the essence of winter starts to seep in.

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) in September to a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). October nights in Kansas City observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Kansas City is 67.1%.

Rainfall

In Kansas City, Missouri, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kansas City, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.8 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kansas City, Missouri, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Kansas City, Missouri. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kansas City, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kansas City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Kansas City, Missouri, is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kansas City in October?

In Kansas City, in October, the average high-temperature is 67.8°F (19.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Kansas City?

In Kansas City, Missouri, the average relative humidity in October is 67.1%.

How much does it rain in Kansas City in October?

In Kansas City, Missouri, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Kansas City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Kansas City. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kansas City have in October?

The average day length in October in Kansas City is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Kansas City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kansas City, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kansas City have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Kansas City?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Kansas City is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Kansas City, MO

Average temperature in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.4°F).

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Average humidity in October
Kansas City, MO

Average humidity in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 67.1%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62.9%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in October
Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kansas City, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average UV index in October
Kansas City, MO

Average UV index in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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