October weather forecast
Kansas City, MO

Panorama of Kansas City, Missouri in the US, with an old statue of a scout boy looking towards the city
Panorama of Kansas City, Missouri in the US, with an old statue of a scout boy looking towards the city

Weather in October

October, like September, in Kansas City, Missouri, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average high of 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature decreases from a warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) in September to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). In Kansas City, the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Kansas City, Missouri, is 67.1%.

Rainfall

In Kansas City, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kansas City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.8 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kansas City are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Kansas City. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kansas City, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Kansas City is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

In Kansas City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in October interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in Kansas City?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Kansas City, is 67.8°F (19.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Kansas City?

In October, the average relative humidity is 67.1%.

How much does it rain in Kansas City in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Kansas City?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Kansas City?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Kansas City?

On the first day of October in Kansas City, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kansas City have in October?

In Kansas City, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Kansas City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Kansas City, Missouri, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Kansas City, MO

Average temperature in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.4°F).

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Average humidity in October
Kansas City, MO

Average humidity in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average humidity in October: 67.1%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62.9%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in October
Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall days in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall days in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kansas City, MO

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 10min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 52min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 29min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average UV index in October
Kansas City, MO

Average UV index in October - Kansas City, MO
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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