October weather forecast
Reading, KS

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Reading, Kansas, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.2°F (19°C) and min 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

Stepping into October, Reading observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's warm 79°F (26.1°C) to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). An average temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Reading, during October, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.1 days and collects up to 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Reading, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Reading is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Reading, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Reading, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Reading, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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 typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Reading experiences an average high-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the least humid months?

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Reading, in October, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Reading have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Reading, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Reading have in October?

In Reading, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Reading, KS
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Reading, KS

Average pressure in October - Reading, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Reading, KS

Average wind speed in October - Reading, KS
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Reading, KS

Average humidity in October - Reading, KS
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Reading, KS

Average rainfall in October - Reading, KS
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, November and December (0.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Reading, KS

Average rainfall days in October - Reading, KS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Reading, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Reading, KS

Average snowfall days in October - Reading, KS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Reading, 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: 6h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Reading, KS

Average sunshine days in October - Reading, KS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (19.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Reading, KS

Average UV index in October - Reading, 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
Reading, KS

Average cloud cover in October - Reading, KS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

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
Reading, KS

Average visibility in October - Reading, 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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