October weather forecast
Mahaska, KS

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Mahaska, Kansas, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.7°F (17.6°C) and min 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

Mahaska, Kansas, in October sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Throughout October, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 63%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, in Mahaska, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mahaska, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.7 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Mahaska. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Mahaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.2 days and aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mahaska, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mahaska is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mahaska in October?

In October, in Mahaska, the average high-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Mahaska?

With an average relative humidity of 63%, October is the least humid month in Mahaska.

What is the average humidity in October in Mahaska?

The average relative humidity in October is 63%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mahaska?

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Mahaska?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In Mahaska, Kansas, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mahaska?

On the first day of October in Mahaska, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mahaska?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mahaska, Kansas, is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Mahaska?

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

Average temperature in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mahaska, KS

Average pressure in October - Mahaska, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Mahaska, KS

Average wind speed in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mahaska, KS

Average humidity in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mahaska, KS

Average rainfall in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mahaska, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mahaska, KS

Average snowfall in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mahaska, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 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
Mahaska, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mahaska, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Mahaska, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mahaska, KS

Average UV index in October - Mahaska, 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
Mahaska, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in October
Mahaska, KS

Average visibility in October - Mahaska, 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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