October weather forecast
Great Bend, KS

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Weather in October

October introduces Great Bend to the full effects of fall, marked by a noticeable drop in temperatures. Nature takes centre stage with trees bursting into radiant orange and red hues. As compared to September, daylight hours shrink further to 11.2h, offering fewer hours of sunshine. A prominent decline in temperature is noticed reaching down to 48.4°F (9.1°C). The cooler temperatures and stunning fall scenery turn October into a picture-perfect month in the city.

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during October drops from September's warm 82°F (27.8°C) to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Great Bend's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In Great Bend, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Great Bend, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Great Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Great Bend. October is the first month it typically snows in Great Bend, Kansas. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Great Bend, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Great Bend, Kansas, is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Great Bend is 7.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Great Bend is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Great Bend?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Great Bend?

The average relative humidity in October in Great Bend, Kansas, is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, Kansas, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Great Bend?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Great Bend have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Great Bend?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 6:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Bend have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Great Bend, KS

Average temperature in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°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 (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Great Bend, KS

Average pressure in October - Great Bend, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Great Bend, KS

Average wind speed in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Great Bend, KS

Average humidity in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

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Average rainfall in October
Great Bend, KS

Average rainfall in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Great Bend, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Great Bend, KS

Average snowfall in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Great Bend, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Great Bend, KS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Great Bend, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Great Bend, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Great Bend, KS

Average UV index in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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
Great Bend, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Great Bend, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in October
Great Bend, KS

Average visibility in October - Great Bend, 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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