October weather forecast
Joplin, AR

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Joplin, Arkansas, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 72°F (22.2°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C) to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). Joplin records an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July through October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Joplin, in October, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.2 rainfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Joplin, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Joplin, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 72°F (22.2°C) and 52°F (11.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months?

July through October, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Joplin, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Joplin, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Joplin, the average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Joplin have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Joplin is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Joplin, AR

Average temperature in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average high temperature in October: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Joplin, AR

Average pressure in October - Joplin, AR
  • 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Joplin, AR

Average wind speed in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Joplin, AR

Average humidity in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Joplin, AR

Average rainfall in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

Average rainfall days in October
Joplin, AR

Average rainfall days in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Joplin, AR

Average snowfall in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Joplin, AR

Average snowfall days in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Joplin, AR

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Joplin, AR

Average sunshine days in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Joplin, AR

Average UV index in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Joplin, AR

Average cloud cover in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Joplin, AR

Average visibility in October - Joplin, AR
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and December (5mi).

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