October weather forecast
Hutchinson, KS

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Weather in October

October introduces Hutchinson to fall, with temperatures floating around a cool 67.3°F (19.6°C). Given its geographical location, Hutchinson experiences moderately gusty winds touching 17.9mph (28.8km/h) this month. The shift in seasons is clearly visible with the color-changing foliage adorning the city streets. Outdoor activities in Hutchinson during October flourish under bright skies, as the overall atmospheric pressure ensures comfortable weather conditions. Rainfall does occur but in a considerably less intense manner than during summer or spring.

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a warm 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Throughout the nights in October, Hutchinson experiences an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Hutchinson, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.8 rainfall days, and 21.18" (538mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.3 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hutchinson in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Hutchinson, records 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Hutchinson, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Hutchinson, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hutchinson have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:33 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hutchinson have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Hutchinson?

In Hutchinson, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average temperature in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average pressure in October - Hutchinson, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average wind speed in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average humidity in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average rainfall in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average snowfall in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average UV index in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Hutchinson, KS

Average visibility in October - Hutchinson, 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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