October weather forecast
Dodge City, KS

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The old stone building that is home to the Ford County Courthouse in Dodge City, Kansas
The old stone building that is home to the Ford County Courthouse in Dodge City, Kansas

Weather in October

October continues the fall trend in Dodge City, with cooler conditions prevailing. The city witnesses a shift in weather, with temperatures starting to trend downwards towards an average high of 68.2°F (20.1°C). October is a delightful time to experience the city's autumn display, with leaves turning to shades of gold and amber. As November approaches, Dodge City looks forward to embracing the winter chill.

Temperature

As Dodge City steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's warm 83.3°F (28.5°C) to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 48.6°F (9.2°C) during October.

Humidity

In Dodge City, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

Rainfall

In Dodge City, during October, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dodge City, there are 95.4 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Dodge City. October is the first month it typically snows in Dodge City. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Dodge City, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Dodge City is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dodge City, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

In Dodge City, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October leads to these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dodge City in October?

During October, Dodge City experiences an average high-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and a low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dodge City?

In October, the average relative humidity is 55%.

How much does it rain in Dodge City in October?

In Dodge City, Kansas, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Dodge City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Dodge City, Kansas. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Dodge City?

In Dodge City, Kansas, the average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Dodge City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dodge City, Kansas, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 6:42 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dodge City?

In Dodge City, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Dodge City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Dodge City, Kansas, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dodge City, KS

Average temperature in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Dodge City, KS

Average pressure in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Dodge City, KS

Average wind speed in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Dodge City, KS

Average humidity in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

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Average rainfall in October
Dodge City, KS

Average rainfall in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Dodge City, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Dodge City, KS

Average snowfall in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Dodge City, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Dodge City, KS

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

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dodge City, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dodge City, KS

Average UV index in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Dodge City, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Dodge City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in October
Dodge City, KS

Average visibility in October - Dodge City, 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).

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