October weather forecast
Topeka, KS

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Weather in October

As October steps in, autumn becomes more evident in Topeka. Temperatures continue to moderate and rainfall decreases, bringing a refreshing charm to the weather. With temperatures now ranging from 47.8°F (8.8°C) to 65.8°F (18.8°C), a crisp coolness becomes the norm. The month indicates a definitive move away from the summer pattern as autumn takes a firm hold. Overall, October brings noticeable changes in the Topeka weather narrative.

Temperature

Welcoming October, Topeka observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). An average temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) marks the nights in October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Topeka, in October, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Topeka, Kansas, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.5 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October in Topeka, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Topeka in October?

In Topeka, 65.8°F (18.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.8°F (8.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in Topeka?

The least humid month in Topeka, Kansas, is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October in Topeka?

In Topeka, Kansas, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October in Topeka?

In Topeka, Kansas, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Topeka?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Topeka, Kansas, is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Topeka?

On the first day of October in Topeka, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Topeka have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Topeka?

In Topeka, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Topeka, KS

Average temperature in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Topeka, KS

Average pressure in October - Topeka, 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
Topeka, KS

Average wind speed in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Topeka, KS

Average humidity in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in October
Topeka, KS

Average rainfall in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in October
Topeka, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Topeka, KS

Average snowfall in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Topeka, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

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

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

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Topeka, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Topeka, KS

Average UV index in October - Topeka, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Topeka, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Topeka, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
Topeka, KS

Average visibility in October - Topeka, 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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