October weather forecast
Liberal, KS

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Weather in October

The weather in Liberal during October undergoes a transition from the warmth of summer to a cooler autumn climate. The mercury falls drastically from the previous month's highs making for crisp days and chilly evenings. Autumn's full bloom is truly evident in the city's nature palette, adding hues of red, orange, and yellow to the trees. While rainfall keeps the weather pleasant, the wind speed remains moderate creating a serene ambiance. As days grow shorter, the cycle of seasons moves forward, inching closer towards winter.

Temperature

Liberal's October weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C) in September to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). In October, the average low-temperature is a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

In Liberal, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 76.5 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Liberal, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Liberal, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

In Liberal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

During October, Liberal experiences an average high-temperature of 69.8°F (21°C) and a low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 51%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Liberal, Kansas, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Liberal, KS

Average temperature in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Liberal, KS

Average pressure in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Liberal, KS

Average wind speed in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Liberal, KS

Average humidity in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in October
Liberal, KS

Average rainfall in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Liberal, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Liberal, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Liberal, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Liberal, 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 1min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Liberal, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Liberal, KS

Average UV index in October - Liberal, 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
Liberal, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Liberal, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Liberal, KS

Average visibility in October - Liberal, 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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