October weather forecastJoplin, MO
October
Weather in October
October embraces the crisp autumn climate with another substantial drop in temperature to 67.6°F (19.8°C). While the month enjoys a fair share of sunshine, the daylight hours gradually decrease in anticipation of winter. The UV Index drops to 3, signaling a decline in sunlight intensity. A slight increase in wind speeds is anticipated, making the fall evenings delightfully cooler. Even though the frequency of rainfall is on the higher side, the month records a significant decrease in the amount of rainfall to 2.83" (72mm).Temperature
In Joplin, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's warm 79.9°F (26.6°C) to a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Joplin sees an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) during October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Joplin, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.4 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April, June through October are months without snowfall in Joplin, Missouri.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Joplin, MO
- Average high temperature in October: 67.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 49.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Joplin, MO
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Joplin, MO
- Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Joplin, MO
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Joplin, MO
- Average rainfall in October: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").
Average rainfall days in October
Joplin, MO
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Joplin, MO
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Joplin, MO
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Joplin, MO
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Joplin, MO
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Joplin, MO
- 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Joplin, MO
- Average cloud cover in October: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in October
Joplin, MO
- 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).
