October weather forecast
Elkhart, KS

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Elkhart, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.1°F (20.6°C) and min 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

Elkhart experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a warm 83.3°F (28.5°C) in September to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) on average during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

In Elkhart, in October, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elkhart, there are 91.7 rainfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkhart. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Elkhart is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of October, in Elkhart, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkhart, Kansas, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Elkhart?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Elkhart, is 69.1°F (20.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, the average relative humidity in October is 49%.

How much does it rain in Elkhart in October?

In Elkhart, in October, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Elkhart?

October is the first month it typically snows in Elkhart, Kansas. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkhart have in October?

In October, the average day length in Elkhart, Kansas, is 11h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Elkhart?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkhart, Kansas, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 6:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Elkhart?

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

Average temperature in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Elkhart, KS

Average pressure in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elkhart, KS

Average wind speed in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and June (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Elkhart, KS

Average humidity in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Elkhart, KS

Average rainfall in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Elkhart, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elkhart, KS

Average snowfall in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elkhart, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elkhart, 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: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elkhart, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Elkhart, KS

Average UV index in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Elkhart, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Elkhart, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Elkhart, KS

Average visibility in October - Elkhart, 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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