October weather forecastSpringfield, MO
October
Weather in October
October exhibits a beautiful mix of lingering warmth from the summer and signs of the incoming winter in Springfield. There is a significant reduction in sunshine hours, coming down to approximately 6.1 hours per day. Chilly mornings and evenings surround relatively warm afternoons, setting the stage for a typical mid-fall setting in Springfield. October’s weather is known for its cozy appeal, making it a charming time in Springfield.Temperature
The onset of October coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) in September to a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C). Throughout October, the temperature in Springfield tends to fall to a consistent average low of 48.2°F (9°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Springfield, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 37.91" (963mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall in Springfield.Daylight
In Springfield, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.On the first day of October in Springfield, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Springfield is 6.1h.UV index
In Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Springfield, MO
- Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 48.2°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 (26.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Springfield, MO
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Springfield, MO
- Average wind speed in October: 8.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Springfield, MO
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Springfield, MO
- Average rainfall in October: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").
Average rainfall days in October
Springfield, MO
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Springfield, MO
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Springfield, MO
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Springfield, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Springfield, MO
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Springfield, MO
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Springfield, MO
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Springfield, 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).
