October weather forecastDerby, KS
October
Weather in October
With temperatures varying from 50.4°F (10.2°C) to 68.4°F (20.2°C), October heralds the arrival of autumn in Derby. Rainfall takes a dip compared to September, with the environment becoming less humid. Average wind speed picks up, reaching 10.7mph (17.2km/h). October days embrace the autumnal atmosphere with shorter sunshine hours, while evenings transform into chilly nights. This month marks the return of snow showers, albeit in very small amounts.Temperature
October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) in September to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). During the nights in October, Derby observes an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are July and October, with an average relative humidity of 62%.Rainfall
In Derby, in October, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.5 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Derby, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.On the first day of October in Derby, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Derby is 7h.UV index
In Derby, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Derby, KS
- Average high temperature in October: 68.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 50.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Derby, KS
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Derby, KS
- Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Derby, KS
- Average humidity in October: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (62%).
Average rainfall in October
Derby, KS
- Average rainfall in October: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in October
Derby, KS
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Derby, KS
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Derby, KS
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Derby, KS
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Derby, KS
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Derby, KS
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Derby, KS
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in October
Derby, KS
- 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).





