October weather forecast
Altamont, KS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Altamont, Kansas, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 50.5°F (10.3°C) at night.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Altamont, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Altamont, Kansas, during October, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Altamont, there are 108.5 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April, June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Altamont, Kansas, is 6.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index 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: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Altamont in October?

The high-temperature in Altamont, Kansas, during October is 68°F (20°C) and the low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the least humid month in Altamont?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Altamont?

In Altamont, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Altamont?

In Altamont, Kansas, in October, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Altamont?

April, June through October are months without snowfall in Altamont.

Does it snow in Altamont in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Altamont have in October?

In Altamont, Kansas, the average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Altamont?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Altamont, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Altamont have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Altamont, Kansas, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Altamont?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Altamont is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Altamont, KS

Average temperature in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Altamont, KS

Average pressure in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Altamont, KS

Average wind speed in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Altamont, KS

Average humidity in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Altamont, KS

Average rainfall in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Altamont, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Altamont, KS

Average snowfall in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Altamont, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Altamont, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Altamont, KS

Average UV index in October - Altamont, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Altamont, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Altamont, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Altamont, KS

Average visibility in October - Altamont, 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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