October weather forecast
Protection, KS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Protection, Kansas, is an agreeable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). Throughout October, Protection experiences a low-temperature average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Protection, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Protection, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.2 days and collects up to 17.48" (444mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Protection, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Protection, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Protection, the average sunshine in October is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Protection?

In Protection, in October, the average high-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Protection, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Protection, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 6:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Protection have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Protection, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Protection, KS

Average pressure in October - Protection, KS
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Protection, KS

Average wind speed in October - Protection, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Protection, KS

Average humidity in October - Protection, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, May and December (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in October
Protection, KS

Average rainfall in October - Protection, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Protection, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Protection, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Protection, KS

Average snowfall in October - Protection, KS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Protection, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Protection, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Protection, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Protection, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Protection, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Protection, KS

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

Average cloud cover in October
Protection, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Protection, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Protection, KS

Average visibility in October - Protection, 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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