October weather forecast
Parsons, KS

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Weather in October

October brings a distinctive fall climate to Parsons, Kansas with milder temperatures than in September. As the city prepares for winter, the weather cools down even further, but it remains notably warmer than November. A decrease in daylight hours is evident, yet the city basks under pleasant sunshine. The weather in October is characterized by its temperate climate - neither too hot nor too cold.

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). In the month of October, Parsons experiences an average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Parsons, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Parsons, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Parsons, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of October, in Parsons, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Parsons, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Parsons, is 67.5°F (19.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Parsons, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Parsons, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Parsons have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Parsons have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Parsons, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate 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
Parsons, KS

Average temperature in October - Parsons, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Parsons, KS

Average pressure in October - Parsons, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Parsons, KS

Average wind speed in October - Parsons, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Parsons, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Parsons, KS

Average rainfall in October - Parsons, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Parsons, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Parsons, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Parsons, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Parsons, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Parsons, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Parsons, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Parsons, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Parsons, KS

Average UV index in October - Parsons, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Parsons, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Parsons, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Parsons, KS

Average visibility in October - Parsons, 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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