October weather forecast
Independence, KS

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Weather in October

October continues the trend of decreasing temperatures in Independence. This fall month paints the city with hues of orange, red, and yellow. The crisp autumn weather is juxtaposed with a stunning display of nature's fall foliage. With the autumn already in full swing, the city offers an unmatched spectacle of tranquility and beauty. Leaf-peepers are drawn to the city to witness this striking transformation.

Temperature

The transition into October in Independence, Kansas, is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a warm 80.6°F (27°C) in September to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). During the month of October, Independence experiences a steady low-temperature average of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

January and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Independence, Kansas.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Independence, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of October, in Independence, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Independence, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Independence, Kansas, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Independence?

The high-temperature, in October, in Independence, is 68.2°F (20.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.9°F (10.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the least humid months in Independence?

The months with the lowest humidity in Independence are January and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Independence?

In Independence, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Independence?

In October, in Independence, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Independence?

In Independence, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Independence in October?

In Independence, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Independence?

On the first day of October in Independence, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Independence?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Independence, Kansas, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Independence?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Independence, KS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Independence, KS

Average pressure in October - Independence, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Independence, KS

Average wind speed in October - Independence, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Independence, KS

Average humidity in October - Independence, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Independence, KS

Average rainfall in October - Independence, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in October
Independence, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Independence, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Independence, KS

Average snowfall in October - Independence, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Independence, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Independence, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Independence, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Independence, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Independence, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Independence, KS

Average UV index in October - Independence, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Independence, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in October
Independence, KS

Average visibility in October - Independence, 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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