October weather forecast
Lancaster, KS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Lancaster, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

Lancaster's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C). During the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. 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 19.9 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Lancaster?

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lancaster, in October, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lancaster have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Lancaster, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Lancaster, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Lancaster, KS

Average pressure in October - Lancaster, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lancaster, KS

Average wind speed in October - Lancaster, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Lancaster, KS

Average humidity in October - Lancaster, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Lancaster, KS

Average rainfall in October - Lancaster, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Lancaster, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Lancaster, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lancaster, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lancaster, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lancaster, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lancaster, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Lancaster, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Lancaster, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Lancaster, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Lancaster, KS

Average visibility in October - Lancaster, 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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