October weather forecast
Emporia, KS

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Weather in October

In October, the quintessential fall weather prevails in Emporia. It is marked by cooling temperatures and decreasing daylight hours. Autumn reaches its full blossom in this period, painting the city in vivid fall hues. The city's weather takes on a more chilly demeanor as Emporia gears up for the oncoming winter. Cloud cover starts to increase, marking a distinct departure from the bright summer days.

Temperature

With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). Emporia records a consistent low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Emporia, in October, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Emporia, Kansas, there are 131.6 rainfall days, and 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Emporia. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Emporia, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.8 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Emporia, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Emporia?

During October, Emporia experiences an average high-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and a low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in Emporia?

The least humid month in Emporia, Kansas, is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October in Emporia?

The average relative humidity in October in Emporia is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October in Emporia?

In Emporia, during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Emporia?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Emporia?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Emporia?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Emporia have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Emporia is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Emporia?

In Emporia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Emporia, KS

Average temperature in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Emporia, KS

Average pressure in October - Emporia, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Emporia, KS

Average wind speed in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Emporia, KS

Average humidity in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in October
Emporia, KS

Average rainfall in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in October
Emporia, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Emporia, KS

Average snowfall in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Emporia, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Emporia, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Emporia, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Emporia, KS

Average UV index in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Emporia, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Emporia, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in October
Emporia, KS

Average visibility in October - Emporia, 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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