October weather forecast
Alma, KS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Alma, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.5°F (8.6°C) and max 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) in September to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). The average nighttime temperature in Alma lowers to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) throughout October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 65%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Alma, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 24.37" (619mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Alma, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.8 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Alma, Kansas, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alma in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 65%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 65%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alma have in October?

In Alma, Kansas, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Alma, KS

Average temperature in October - Alma, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.5°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 (22.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Alma, KS

Average pressure in October - Alma, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Alma, KS

Average wind speed in October - Alma, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Alma, KS

Average humidity in October - Alma, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in October
Alma, KS

Average rainfall in October - Alma, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Alma, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Alma, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Alma, KS

Average snowfall in October - Alma, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Alma, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Alma, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alma, KS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alma, KS
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Alma, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Alma, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

Average UV index in October
Alma, KS

Average UV index in October - Alma, KS
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Alma, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Alma, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Alma, KS

Average visibility in October - Alma, KS
  • 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).

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