October weather forecast
McDonald, KS

Share

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in McDonald, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.4°F (18°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The start of October is characterized by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C) in September to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). Throughout the month of October, McDonald observes an average nighttime temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 52%.

Rainfall

In McDonald, Kansas, in October, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McDonald are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.5 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) 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 7:42 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In McDonald, the average sunshine in October is 8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for McDonald in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) and a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 52%.

How much does it rain in October?

In McDonald, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McDonald have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:44 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
McDonald, KS

Average temperature in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

Average pressure in October
McDonald, KS

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
McDonald, KS

Average wind speed in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in October
McDonald, KS

Average humidity in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 52%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (63%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (50%).

Average rainfall in October
McDonald, KS

Average rainfall in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
McDonald, KS

Average rainfall days in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
McDonald, KS

Average snowfall in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McDonald, KS

Average snowfall days in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McDonald, 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: 8h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in October
McDonald, KS

Average sunshine days in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
McDonald, KS

Average UV index in October - McDonald, 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
McDonald, KS

Average cloud cover in October - McDonald, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
McDonald, KS

Average visibility in October - McDonald, 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).

McDonald, Kansas, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location