October weather forecastSalem, MO
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Salem, Missouri, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average high of 66°F (18.9°C).Temperature
As September transitions into October, Salem sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C) to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). During October, Salem consistently records a temperature low averaging a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Salem, Missouri, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.7 rainfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 10.98" (279mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Salem, Missouri, is 11h and 13min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Salem, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.UV index
In Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Average temperature in October
Salem, MO
- Average high temperature in October: 66°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Salem, MO
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Salem, MO
- Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Salem, MO
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Salem, MO
- Average rainfall in October: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in October
Salem, MO
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Salem, MO
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Salem, MO
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Salem, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Salem, MO
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Salem, MO
- 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
Salem, MO
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Salem, MO
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July, August and September (5mi).
