October weather forecast
Fort Dodge, KS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Fort Dodge, Kansas, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of October, reducing from a moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C) in September to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). In Fort Dodge, October is marked by an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In Fort Dodge, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

Rainfall

In Fort Dodge, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.4 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Fort Dodge, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Dodge, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

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 rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in October transforms into this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Dodge in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and a low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 55%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Fort Dodge?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Dodge, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:41 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average temperature in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average pressure in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average wind speed in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average humidity in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Fort Dodge, KS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fort Dodge, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average UV index in October - Fort Dodge, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Fort Dodge, KS

Average visibility in October - Fort Dodge, 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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