October weather forecastLawrence, KS
October
Weather in October
October ushers in the full swing of fall in Lawrence, Kansas with a significant drop in temperature. Crisp air replaces the warmth, and a noticeable decrease in daylight hours signifies the approaching winter. Despite milder days, nights can be quite chilly, emphasizing the need for warmer clothing. Fall foliage blankets the city, transforming it into an array of vibrant colors. It's a pleasant departure from the intense heat of the summer and a welcome precursor to the icy chill of winter.Temperature
Lawrence observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's warm 78.8°F (26°C) to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). October's average low-temperature reading settles at a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In Lawrence, during October, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.9 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lawrence are January through March, May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Lawrence, Kansas. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Lawrence, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average wind speed in October: 9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average rainfall in October: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average rainfall days in October: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average snowfall in October: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Lawrence, 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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Lawrence, KS
- Average cloud cover in October: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in October
Lawrence, 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).
