October weather forecast
McPherson, KS

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Weather in October

October signals the full arrival of fall in McPherson, marked by plunging temperatures and the emergence of rich autumnal colors across the city. With 2.28in of rainfall, it continues to play a significant role in quenching the city's thirst after the summer season. The fall weather, characterized by shorter days and longer nights, also sees a slight uptick in wind speeds. Despite the changing season, the pressure remains almost constant, providing stable weather conditions for most of the month. Moving into November, lower temperatures and shorter days prepare city residents for the impending winter season.

Temperature

As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a warm 81.3°F (27.4°C) to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). McPherson's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In McPherson, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in McPherson. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In McPherson, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in McPherson is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in McPherson, records 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In McPherson, in October, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in McPherson?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in McPherson?

On the first day of October in McPherson, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McPherson have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in McPherson is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McPherson, KS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.3°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in October
McPherson, KS

Average pressure in October - McPherson, 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
McPherson, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in October
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in October
McPherson, KS

Average rainfall in October - McPherson, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
McPherson, KS

Average rainfall days in October - McPherson, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McPherson, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in October
McPherson, KS

Average sunshine days in October - McPherson, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in October
McPherson, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
McPherson, KS

Average cloud cover in October - McPherson, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

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

Average visibility in October
McPherson, KS

Average visibility in October - McPherson, 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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